3280 ADAMS ST
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Enjoy the best of Alameda living in this much sought-after neighborhood of charming single-level homes. This beautifully updated three-bedroom, two-bath residence with a finished 2-car garage offers effortless living with over $150K in improvements, designed for both indoor comfort and outdoor enjoyment. Newer exterior paint, a contemporary garage door, and attractive drought-friendly landscaping creates outstanding curb appeal, while the welcoming front patio and porch is the perfect setting for visiting with friends and neighbors. Inside, the light-filled living and dining rooms feature picture windows, lovely hardwood floors, and a cozy gas fireplace with a vintage brick surround. The updated kitchen has quartz countertops, abundant cabinetry, stainless steel sink, built-in range, dishwasher, and garbage disposal. It features a sunny breakfast area and a convenient laundry room with generous storage. An attached two-car garage/family room provides a flexible space with insulation, heat, and windows, making it perfect for everyday living. A central hallway separates the bedrooms from the main living areas. The home features a working fireplace, some dual pane windows, hardwood flooring, and built-in closet organizers. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated with new vanities, fixtures, and tile flooring. The primary suite has an ensuite bath, while the rear bedroom opens through glass doors to the private backyard. The professionally designed, low maintenance backyard is an extension of the home, complete with irrigation, lighting, and electricity. It has a dining patio and a sheltered gazebo with retractable sunshades making it ideal for outdoor dining and gatherings. Additional improvements include a replaced sewer lateral (2023) and compliant gas shutoff valve. Alameda is a walking and biking paradise, with paths that cover the island. The home is near the estuary, Krusi baseball field, and Lincoln Park with swimming, basketball, baseball, pickleball and more! The location has convenient access to Oakland, Berkeley, and San Francisco via I-880. Enjoy Nob Hill Shopping Center, the Marketplace, and many small shops lining Park Street. open house 8/2
- Sold$1,530,000+9.7%Aug 17, 2026
- Listed for sale$1,395,000Jul 28, 2026
- Sold$1,350,000+22.8%May 2, 2023
- Listed for sale$1,099,000Mar 24, 2023
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Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
District: Alameda City Unified School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 94501These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
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How this home compares
3280 Adams St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Worth more than 73% of homes in East End
- Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Alameda 94501
- Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Alameda County
- Newer than 86% of homes in East End
What homes are worth in Alameda 94501
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This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Alameda 94501.
How it measures up in Alameda 94501
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Pricier than 73% of homes nearby
Pricier than 90% of homes nearby
Bigger than 43% of homes nearby
Bigger than 37% of homes nearby
Newer than 62% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | East End | Alameda 94501 | Alameda County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated valuepricier than | $1,383,995 | 73% of homes | 73% of homes | 70% of homes |
| Price per ft²pricier than | $912 | 83% of homes | 90% of homes | 85% of homes |
| Living areabigger than | 1,518 ft² | 46% of homes | 43% of homes | 47% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.1 ac | 55% of homes | 37% of homes | 24% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1957 | 86% of homes | 62% of homes | 42% of homes |
About 3280 Adams St
How much is 3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA worth?
The TopHap Estimate for 3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA is $1,383,995 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,281,589 to $1,486,401. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.
When did 3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA last sell?
3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA last sold on May 4, 2023 for $1,350,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA?
3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,518 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.
When was 3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA built?
3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA?
3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA is assigned to Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated A+; Otis Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Alameda High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Alameda City Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA compare to other homes in Alameda 94501?
Among the 14,889 homes in Alameda 94501, it is worth more than 73% of them ($1,383,995 against a typical $1,114,561), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($912 against a typical $717), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,518 ft² against a typical 1,654 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1957 against a typical 1933). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 70% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA was $19,157. The county assessed it at $1,395,000.
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Closest homes
- 3284 Adams St$1.3M44 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,484 ft² · Sold $270K · Sep 1997
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