866 Isabella St

866 Isabella Street, Oakland, CA Step into the charm of this classic Victorian-style home located at 866 Isabella Street, Oakland, CA—a true diamond with untapped potential. This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence blends historic character with tremendous upside, making it ideal for first-time buyers, investors, contractors, or anyone seeking a property with room to grow. Situated on a generously sized lot, the home features a large backyard perfect for gardening, outdoor living, future expansion, or creative redesign. What truly sets this home apart is the exceptional ADU potential. The property includes a tall, expansive unfinished basement—rare for this style of home—offering enough headroom and square footage to explore a wide range of possibilities. Whether you envision an ADU, workshop, storage area, home office, studio, or even a multi-generational setup, this basement provides a blank canvas for your vision (buyer to verify feasibility with the City of Oakland). Inside, the home showcases timeless Victorian architecture, including period details, tall ceilings, and classic lines that give the property a warm, inviting feel. With a bit of imagination and renovation, this residence can be transformed into a stunning blend of historic charm and modern functionality.

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$440,000

List Price

$449,000

On Market Date

Dec 3, 2025

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Alameda County

Zip Code

94607

MLS ID

41118529

APN

3172

Year Built

1895

Stories in Building

2

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

BAY EAST

Bed

2

Bath

1

Parking

0

No Garage

SQ FT

858

SQ FT Source

Public Records

Lot SQ FT

3,475.0

Lot Acres

0.08 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Tile Counters, Other

Cooling

None

Disclosures

None

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Back Yard, Front Yard

Flooring

Laminate

Foundation

Fire Place

None

Heating

Wall Furnace

Laundry

In Unit

Main Level

Other

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Architectural Style

Victorian

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Back Yard, Front Yard

Location

Level

Roof

Unknown

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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