Rare 1910 Duplex Opportunity in the Heart of Downtown Chinatown, Oakland. A compelling fixer-upper duplex offering upside, character, and location. Built in 1910, this classic Oakland property sits in the vibrant core of Downtown Chinatown, moments from dining, transit, employment centers, and urban amenitiesan ideal canvas for investors, owner-occupants, or restoration enthusiasts. The property is configured as a two-unit duplex with one vacant top-floor unit, creating immediate flexibility for renovation, rental repositioning, or potential owner occupancy. The vacant upper unit features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, soaring 9-foot ceilings, and two original fireplaces, offering a strong architectural foundation and period details ready to be revived. Generous room proportions and abundant natural light provide an excellent layout for thoughtful modernization while preserving historic charm. The lower unit is occupied, providing in-place income while improvements are made above. The building's classic faade and early-20th-century craftsmanship reflect a bygone era rarely found at this price point in such a central location. This is a true value-add opportunityideal for buyers looking to restore, reposition, and unlock long-term upside in one of Oakland's most culturally rich and centrally located neighborhoods. A rare chance to acquire a historic duplex with flexibility, character, and meaningful upside in the heart of the city.
For sale
Price cut: $50K (2/5)
$500,000
602 Alice St, Oakland, CA 94607
6beds
2,096sqft
Est.:
Duplex
Built in 1910
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$239/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Abundant natural lightTwo original fireplacesGenerous room proportions
- 28 days |
- 2,499 |
- 138 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: 23 hours ago
Listed by:
Mark R. Chow DRE #01347820 415-847-5669,
Compass 510-339-6460
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 426094585
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: See Remarks
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Varies by Unit
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,096
- Total interior livable area: 2,096 sqft
Property
Lot
- Size: 1,881.79 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 118118
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Duplex
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Separate Meter
- Gas: Separate Meter
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Separate Meter, Meter on Site, Water District
- Utilities for property: City, Electricity Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Oakland
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $239/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $36,776
- Price range: $500K - $500K
- Date on market: 1/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional
- Total actual rent: 1600
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,302/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/5/2026 | Price change | $500,000-9.1%$239/sqft |
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| 2/4/2026 | Price change | $550,000-8.2%$262/sqft |
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| 1/18/2026 | Pending sale | $599,000$286/sqft |
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| 1/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000$286/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $36,776 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,273 +9.5% | $36,054 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,990 +8.8% | $35,348 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,095/mo
Principal & interest
$2412
Property taxes
$508
Home insurance
$175
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Chinatown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Westlake Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 3/10Metwest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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