***PRICE REDUCTION - MOTIVATED SELLER*** Step into a living piece of CA history at 659 Kenwyn Rd, an exceptional Spanish Revival in Oakland’s prestigious Haddon Hill neighborhood. Designed by esteemed architect William E. Schirmer (Kaiser and Mills homes) and originally built for the daughter of Senator George C. Perkins, this architectural masterpiece showcases classic Mediterranean character with it's elegant arched doorways, hand-troweled plaster walls and dramatic wood-beamed ceilings. Oversized arched windows create sun-drenched interior spaces perfect for entertaining and everyday living. Chef’s kitchen is both functional and unique featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a custom built-in gas wok. Upstairs, flow through serene bedrooms and vintage bathrooms. Outside enjoy a rooftop deck with views and a private courtyard ideal for entertaining or relaxing. Additional features include automatic driveway gate, garage w/ interior access, finished basement, large 220V workshop, newly refinished hardwood floors and fresh interior paint. Close to Lakeshore Ave, Grand Lake Theatre, farmers market, 580, 24 and convenient commuter routes. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of Oakland history and heritage.
Sold for $1,500,000
$1,500,000
659 Kenwyn Rd, Oakland, CA 94610
4beds
2,715sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
$1,474,300 Zestimate®
$552/sqft
$6,786 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,474,300
$1.33M - $1.64M
$6,786/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 06, 2025 at 04:39am
Listed by:
Jason C. Cheng DRE #01300594 510-919-0990,
Unifi Group, Inc.
Bought with:
Alison Luce, DRE #01986924
Kw Advisors East Bay
Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41098011
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Wet Bar, Other
Heating
- Zoned
Cooling
- No Air Conditioning
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Wet Bar, Sound System
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,715
- Total interior livable area: 2,715 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Direct Access, Off Street, Secured, Private, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Patio, Roof Deck
- Exterior features: Low Maintenance
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Downtown, Other, City
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 6,098 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot, Side Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 234303
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean,Spanish
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Plaster
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Details
- Builder name: W.E. Schirmer
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System Owned, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Oakland
- Subdivision: Haddon Hill
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Excl Right
- Price range: $1.5M - $1.5M
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2025 | Sold | $1,500,000-3.2%$552/sqft |
Source:  Bay East AOR #41098011 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2025 | Pending sale | $1,550,000$571/sqft |
Source: Bay East AOR #41098011 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2025 | Price change | $1,550,000-8.8%$571/sqft |
Source: Bay East AOR #41098011 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,700,000$626/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41098011 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $102,729 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,872 -4.8% | $100,715 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,016 +10.3% | $98,740 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cleveland Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Cleveland Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Edna Brewer Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Oakland High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Oakland (510) 879-8111
Source: Bay East AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
$1,474,300
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