5444 Bancroft

• Sat Sep 13, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

  Welcome to this unique duplex property featuring a spacious main house plus an ADU-style second unit—perfect for multi-generational living, rental income, or a live-in-one/rent-the-other opportunity. The main home offers comfortable living spaces, natural light, and classic details, while the second unit provides flexibility with its own private entrance and functional layout. The property sits on a generous lot with ample parking, offering both convenience and future potential. Located near schools, shops, and commuter access, this is a rare chance to secure a versatile property in a thriving Oakland neighborhood. Join us at the open house to see all the possibilities this main-and-ADU combination has to offer!

Coming Soon! Don’t miss this beautifully updated duplex opportunity in the heart of the Bay Area. The front unit has been fully renovated with modern finishes, spacious bedrooms, new flooring, fresh paint, and updated kitchen and baths—truly move-in ready. The back unit is already rented, offering immediate rental income and the perfect “live in one, rent the other” advantage. A large driveway provides ample parking for residents and guests, and the property’s location makes commuting into the city a breeze with easy access to major highways, BART, and public transit. Recent upgrades include dual-pane windows, new appliances, updated electrical and plumbing, tankless water heater in both units. Ideal for first-time buyers, multi-generational living, or savvy investors seeking a turn-key property in a prime Bay Area location. This is the perfect chance to own a home that combines comfort, convenience, and income potential.

Current Status

New

Original Price

$668,888

List Price

$668,888

On Market Date

Sep 12, 2025

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Melrose Heights

Zip Code

94601

MLS ID

41111455

APN

3523897

Year Built

1919

Stories in Building

1

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

BAY EAST

Bed

4

Bath

3

Parking

0

Off Street, Parking Spaces

SQ FT

1,768

SQ FT Source

Owner

Lot SQ FT

4,800.0

Lot Acres

0.11 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Tankless Water Heater, Updated Kitchen

Cooling

None

Disclosures

Nat Hazard Disclosure, Rent Control, Disclosure Package Avail

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Low Maintenance

Flooring

Laminate

Foundation

Fire Place

None

Heating

Central

Laundry

Hookups Only, Laundry Closet

Main Level

Main Entry

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Architectural Style

Craftsman

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Low Maintenance

Location

Rectangular Lot

Roof

Composition Shingles

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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