Residential > House
Sold
11/24/2015
Sold Price
$1,130,000$520/ft²
5231 James Ave
Oakland, CA 94618
- 5Beds
- 3Baths
- 2,174ft²Living Area
- 3,800ft²Lot Size
- -Pool
- -Car
- 1918Year Built
- -DOM
- 21Permits
5231 James Ave, Oakland, CA 94618 is a 5 bed, 3 bath, 2,174 ft² house built in 1918 on a 0.087 acre lot with 21 construction permits. This house is currently off market, and it was last sold in 2015 for $1,130,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $1,899,500.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 5231 James Ave based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$1,899,500
$873/ft²
+$770K above Sold Price
Updated 3 months ago
Last Sold Price
$1,130,000
$520/ft²
8 years ago
5231 James Ave is valued at $1,899,500 by TopHap AVM 3 months ago.
5231 James Ave was last sold in 2015 for $1,130,000.
Permits
5231 James Ave has 21 permit records of total value of $295,101.
Permit History
21
Permits
$295,101
Total Permit Value
December 22, 2021
Description: Sfd: upgrade (e) 125a msp with 200a msp to accommodate photovoltaic solar installation. No added load. No new wiringStatus: approvedType: Electrical - 1-2 unitsFees: $328Effective Date: 2021-12-22Permit Number: RE2104939
September 28, 2021
Description: To install roof-mounted 4.81 kw photovoltaic solar system with 13 modules for single family dwellingJob Value: $1,001Status: appliedType: Solar electric panelsFees: $395Effective Date: 2021-09-28Permit Number: SE2101370
December 14, 2018
Description: Remodel existing kitchen with addition of 56sqft of floor area. Remodel existing master bathroom and conversion of study to guest room/studio with en-suite bathroom. Structural per engineered plans and calcsJob Value: $238,000Status: finalType: Residential building - additionBusiness Name: Mario Santilli ConstructionFees: $8,229Effective Date: 2018-12-14Permit Number: RB1703866
December 14, 2018
Description: Electrical remodel existing kitchen with addition of 56sqft of floor area. Remodel existing master bathroom and conversion of study to guest room/studio with en-suite bathroom. -sub panelStatus: finalType: Residential electrical - additionBusiness Name: Mario Santilli ConstructionFees: $405Effective Date: 2018-12-14Permit Number: RE1802198
December 14, 2018
Description: Mechanical remodel existing kitchen with addition of 56sqft of floor area. Remodel existing master bathroom and conversion of study to guest room/studio with en-suite bathroomStatus: finalType: Residential mechanical - additionBusiness Name: Mario Santilli ConstructionFees: $207Effective Date: 2018-12-14Permit Number: RM1801393
December 14, 2018
Description: plumbing remodel existing kitchen with addition of 56sqft of floor area. Remodel existing master bathroom and conversion of study to guest room/studio with en-suite bathroomStatus: finalType: Residential plumbing - additionBusiness Name: Mario Santilli ConstructionFees: $779Effective Date: 2018-12-14Permit Number: RP1801593
May 18, 2016
Description: Reserve 1 non-metered parking in front of parcel only for dumpster construction vehicle moving van or storage pod. Post 72 hours prior. No impact on traffic lane or sidewalk allowed. To have illegally parked vehicle ticketed call 510-777-3333. Applicant arranges towing. For towed vehicle: call 510-238-3021 contact: 202 870-7028Status: expiredType: ObstructionFees: $100Effective Date: 2016-05-18Permit Number: OB1501251
January 14, 2016
Description: Repair/replace sewer lateral and excavate in public right-of-way. Overflow device may be needed. If working within 25 feet of a monument you must comply with state law 8771 contact the inspector prior to starting excavation: minimum $5, 800.00 fine for non-compliance. Comply with all terms of city of oakland public works standards street excavation rules revised march 2015 and city council ordinance no. 13300 C.M.S. Five day prior notice required for work lasting five days or less in business/commercial districts; 72 hour notice in residential districts. Ten day prior notice required for work lasting six days or more in all districts. Usa # and date must be provided in order to have an excavation permit issued. Permit valid 90 days. Call pwa inspection prior to start: 510-238-3651. 4th floorStatus: ISSUEDType: Opw - excavation; BuildingBusiness Name: Precision SewersFees: $435Effective Date: 2016-01-14Permit Number: X1600098
January 14, 2016
Description: Repair/replace sewer lateral and excavate in public right-of-way. Overflow device may be needed. If working within 25 feet of a monument you must comply with state law 8771 contact the inspector prior to starting excavation: minimum $5, 800.00 fine for non-compliance. Comply with all terms of city of oakland public works standards street excavation rules revised march 2015 and city council ordinance no. 13300 C.M.S. Five day prior notice required for work lasting five days or less in business/commercial districts; 72 hour notice in residential districts. Ten day prior notice required for work lasting six days or more in all districts. Usa # and date must be provided in order to have an excavation permit issued. Permit valid 90 days. Call pwa inspection prior to start: 510-238-3651. 4th floorStatus: ISSUEDType: Opw - sewer lateral; BuildingBusiness Name: Precision SewersFees: $397Effective Date: 2016-01-14Permit Number: SL1600105
December 16, 2014
Description: Voluntary seismic upgrade per enginnered plans - foundation at new shear wall 10 intermediate piers plywood shear panels with associated hardwareJob Value: $19,550Status: finalType: Residential building - alterationBusiness Name: Coyle Home RemodelFees: $1,374Effective Date: 2014-12-16Permit Number: RB1403033
December 2, 2009
Description: 1 water heaterStatus: finalType: Residential Plumbing - Alteration; BuildingBusiness Name: Albert Nahman Plumbing & HtgFees: $157Effective Date: 2009-12-02Permit Number: RP0902523
November 28, 2006
Description: plumbing/master bathroom partial remodelStatus: finalType: Residential Plumbing - AlterationBusiness Name: COYLE HOME REMODELFees: $140Effective Date: 2006-11-28Permit Number: RP0603269
November 28, 2006
Description: Electrical/master bathroom partial remodelStatus: finalType: Residential Electrical - AlterationBusiness Name: COYLE HOME REMODELFees: $140Effective Date: 2006-11-28Permit Number: RE0603966
November 28, 2006
Description: Master bathroom partial remodel. Install recessed medicine cabinetsJob Value: $3,850Status: finalType: BuildingBusiness Name: Coyle Home RemodelFees: $409Effective Date: 2006-11-28Permit Number: RB0605256
November 7, 2006
Description: Changeout 2 furnace unitsStatus: finalType: Building; Residential mechanical - alterationBusiness Name: A-1 GUARANTEED HEATING & ACFees: $959Effective Date: 2006-11-07Permit Number: RM0601960
October 18, 2006
Description: Upsize gas line, test.Status: finalType: Residential Plumbing - AlterationBusiness Name: ALBERT NAHMAN PLUMBING & HTGFees: $143Effective Date: 2006-10-18Permit Number: RP0602926
September 20, 2006
Description: partial water pipe alteration,and washerStatus: finalType: Residential Plumbing - Alteration; BuildingBusiness Name: Albert Nahman Plumbing & HtgFees: $6,498Effective Date: 2006-09-20Permit Number: RP0602578
September 18, 2006
Description: replace 11 windows(4 to comply w/egress)no opening to be w/in 3'of the property lineJob Value: $20,000Status: finalType: Building; Residential Building - AlterationBusiness Name: COYLE HOME REMODELFees: $1,352Effective Date: 2006-09-18Permit Number: RB0604170
September 8, 2006
Description: install new receptacles, circuits & fanStatus: finalType: Residential Electrical - AlterationBusiness Name: POSITIVELY ELECTRICFees: $8,304Effective Date: 2006-09-08Permit Number: RE0603049
September 5, 2006
Description: voluntary seismic non enginered upgrade 26ft fdn,shear,bolti ngJob Value: $10,000Status: IssuedType: residentialSub Type: AlterationBusiness Name: Coyote ConstructionFees: $1,020Effective Date: 2006-09-05Permit Number: RB0603951
July 12, 2005
Description: Reline chimney w stainless stl liner and addition spark arresterJob Value: $2,700Status: EXPIREDType: Building; Residential building - alterationBusiness Name: PENDERGRAST MASONRY INCFees: $347Effective Date: 2005-07-12Permit Number: RB0503144
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$19,563.56From latest Total Assessed Value1.5%Total Assessed Value$1,301,057=Land+
Assessed Value$455,124Additions
Assessed Value$845,933
In 2023, taxes billed for 5231 James Ave were $19,563.56, which is 1.50% from latest Total Assessed Value of $1,301,057.
Property History
5231 James Ave has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 5231 James Ave
Hazard Risks
Earthquake644Carb Mono101Nat'l Avg100Particulates100Ozone88Air Pollution84Lead39Tornado16Weather4Hail0Hurricane0Wind0
9 hazards (Carbon Monoxide, Earthquake Risk, Tornado Index, Air Pollution Index, Ozone Index, Weather Risk, Lead Index, Particulate Matter, National Average) are above the national average around 5231 James Ave.
Walkability Index
16 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
5231 James Ave has a walkability score of 16 out of 20, which means that it is in a very walkable area.
Noise Level
37 dB
Quiet Suburban Residential 0-49
Suburban Residential 50-54
Urban Residential 55-59
Noisy Urban Residential 60-64
Very Noisy Urban Residential 65+
Noise at 5231 James Ave is around 37dBs, which is comparable to a Quiet Suburban Residential area.
Temperature
Seasonal temperature sampled over multiple years
Winter
Average
Low
42°F
High
57°F
Summer
Average
Low
54°F
High
72°F
In the winter at 5231 James Ave, temperatures range from 42.09°F to 57.13°F with an average of 49.61°F. In the summer, the temperature ranges from 53.85°F to 72.28°F with and average of 63.07°F.
School Information
Public/private schools serving 5231 James Ave
Public Schools
Oakland Technical High School
Grades: 9-12
0.35 mi
B-
Emerson Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.29 mi
C-
Claremont Middle School
Grades: 6-8
0.58 mi
B+
* The school rating is based entirely on the test score performance of each school. It is based on a scale of A-F, A being best.
Nearby public schools serving 5231 James Ave have ratings undefined, undefined, and undefined.
Neighborhood
This property is located in Shafter, Oakland, CA 94618.
Seasonal Housing units 94618
15%of housing is for seasonal rent.
Daytime Population for 94618
+13%of people during work hours.
Boundary map of Shafter.
Crime Index for 94618
93
93
The crime index in 94618 is 93, which is 0.9 times lower than national average.
Market Trends
Historical market data near 5231 James Ave over selected time period.
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- 5315 James Ave, Oakland, CA 94618 (Vernon Park) is a 1,468 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.09 acre property. It was built in 1913 and has an estimate of $1,728,893 with a price per ft² of $1,178.
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- 5359 James Ave, Oakland, CA 94618 (Vernon Park) is a 2,166 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.08 acre property. It was built in 1967 and has an estimate of $1,428,100 with a price per ft² of $659.
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- 5256 James Ave, Oakland, CA 94618 (Vernon Park) is a 1,403 square foot, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.09 acre property. It was built in 1916 and has an estimate of $1,735,588 with a price per ft² of $1,237.
- 5260 James Ave, Oakland, CA 94618 (Vernon Park) is a 1,116 square foot, 2 bedroom, 2.25 bathroom, 0.08 acre property. It was built in 1919 and has an estimate of $1,286,958 with a price per ft² of $1,153.
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