1324 Fitzgerald St, Oakland, CA 94608

Property Description

NEW LISTING: For the entrepreneur, investor, adventurer, dreamer, developer: This VACANT West Oakland duplex offers two separate 3BR/2BA residences, each with a primary suite, flexible living and income possibilities, exceptional outdoor spaces, including a Finnish-inspired sauna, a detached bonus structure and intriguing room to grow. The upper residence feels like the natural owner’s retreat, with Bellawood matte wide-plank hickory floors, oversized windows, high ceilings, and an open kitchen, dining and living area. The kitchen features generous cabinetry, farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances and peninsula seating. The primary suite includes mirrored closets and an en suite bath with spacious shower; an additional 2nd bedroom and a second full bath offer flexibility for guests, work or everyday living while a light-filled 3rd bedroom/flex space with huge picture window overlooks the palms and backyard. Above the upper unit, accessed from the front entry, is a HUGE unfinished attic with dramatic angled ceilings and exciting expansion potential for additional bedrooms, office, studio or other future use. The lower 3BR/2BA unit creates another set of possibilities for rental income, multigenerational living, guests or collaborators. It also features its own generous primary suite with updated en suite bath; and a front bedroom that opens directly to a private patio. Behind the gates, the property unfolds into a private urban retreat with established gardens, gated off-street parking, outdoor dining and lounge areas, an outdoor shower, and a custom Finnish-inspired sauna with adjoining relaxation/work-from-home room. At the rear, a detached bonus structure with kitchen, bathroom and private deck adds another intriguing layer of flexibility. Shared laundry plus additional utility and storage areas are located at the rear of the main building. All of this in West Oakland, with convenient access with Emeryville two blocks away (and sharing a zip code), San Francisco super easy commute access, West Oakland BART, the Bay Bridge, neighborhood parks and gardens including the community garden across the street, Prescott Market, dining, shopping and everyday amenities. The property appears to be within Oakland’s HBX-2 Housing and Business Mix zoning, adding another dimension of long-term potential.