Oakland Homes with Back Yard Lot description

Welcome to Oakland, California – a vibrant city nestled in Alameda County that beautifully blends urban sophistication with a laid-back, community-oriented lifestyle. Known for its rich history, diverse culture, and stunning natural landscapes, Oakland is a place where creativity thrives and opportunities abound. With its lively arts scene, bustling farmers' markets, and an array of dining options from gourmet restaurants to food trucks, there's something for everyone in this dynamic city.

One of the standout features of Oakland is its residential offerings, particularly homes with spacious backyard lots. Imagine stepping out into your own private oasis, where you can unwind after a long day, entertain friends, or cultivate a garden filled with your favorite plants. These homes provide not just a place to live, but a lifestyle that embraces outdoor living. Whether you’re hosting summer barbecues, creating a play area for children, or enjoying quiet evenings under the stars, a backyard lot enhances your living experience.

Oakland’s neighborhoods, from the historic charm of Rockridge to the trendy vibe of Temescal, offer a variety of options for every homebuyer. With ample parks, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community, it’s no wonder that families and young professionals alike are drawn to this city. Explore Oakland’s homes with backyard lots and discover a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and the beauty of California living. Your dream home awaits in this enchanting city!

Newest Oakland Homes with Back Yard Lot description

$998,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41148022 MLS

Perched on the knolls of the Haddon Hill neighborhood, this craftsman beauty has been meticulously updated and lovingly maintained over the years. Blending turn-of-the-century artistry with modern functionality, the home showcases unpainted natural wood trim, classic built-ins, and beautiful original oak floors that have been newly refinished. There are energy-efficient dual-pane windows allowing natural light to fill every corner. The main level features a formal dining room and a stylishly remodeled eat-in kitchen, complete with direct outdoor access to the beautifully landscaped garden. A main-level bedroom offers flexibility and convenient hall access to a tastefully remodeled full bathroom. Upstairs, a split-level hallway thoughtfully separates two additional sunlit bedrooms, positioned adjacent to the half bath.The lower level expands your living options with a spacious laundry room with excellent storage, alongside a versatile bonus space ideal for a dedicated home office, creative hobby studio, or workshop. Outside, the private backyard is anchored by an expansive deck that steps out to a flat lawn area—perfect for outdoor entertaining, hosting BBQs, or simply enjoying the Bay Area’s temperate year-round climate. Practical amenities include a long driveway capable of accommodating multiple vehicles, leading to a detached two-car garage. All of this is situated just blocks from the vibrant shores of Lake Merritt, its famous weekly Farmers Market, neighborhood shopping, and convenient public transportation.

820 Prospect Ave, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Laura Arechiga from The Grubb Co. Inc.. 510-701-5188

$988,888

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 41148150 MLS

So many rooms! So little time! This 5 bedroom, 3 full bath, perfectly located Maxwell Park Mansion is waiting for you. This beautifully renovated home offers over 2200 square feet of living space. Upstairs you will find the primary bed and bath, along with 2 additional bedrooms offering views. The upper floor also boast a living room with fireplace and separate formal dining room. Did I mention the LARGE eat in kitchen with all NEW appliances!? You can access the laundry room and ADU from upstairs. Lower portion of the home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath and a small kitchenette with exterior access. LIVE UPSTAIRS RENT DOWNSTAIRS. LIVE DOWNSTAIRS RENT UPSTAIRS. Income producing possibilities abound. Home also has long driveway that provides plenty of off street parking!

4809 Walnut St, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Denise Dodson from Dodson Realty. 510-610-7848

$599,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41148110 MLS

Timeless Oakland character meets thoughtful modern design at 2934 E 23rd St. Behind a striking façade and welcoming covered front porch, this beautifully reimagined two-story home celebrates the craftsmanship of its era while offering the fresh finishes and functionality of today. Step inside to an interior rich with architectural detail. Original-style hardwood floors, extensive millwork, paneled walls and ceilings, built-ins, generous windows and a statement brick fireplace create warmth and character rarely found in newer construction. The gracious living room flows into an impressive formal dining room with built-in cabinetry—an inviting setting for everything from intimate dinners to holiday gatherings. The refreshed kitchen provides a clean, contemporary contrast with light wood cabinetry, stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, modern black fixtures and abundant workspace. Multiple doors connect the interior to the rear deck, extending everyday living outdoors. A versatile sitting room offers space for a home office, reading room or creative retreat, while an updated bath and dedicated utility/laundry area complete the main level. Upstairs, three bedrooms offer flexibility for household, guests and work-from-home needs. The primary bedroom is generously proportioned, while the beautifully updated semi-ensuite bath features a double vanity and walk-in shower. An upper balcony and additional storage further enhance this exceptionally functional floor plan. Throughout the home, carefully selected lighting, refreshed finishes and contemporary fixtures complement rather than compete with the home's distinctive architectural details. Outside, enjoy a covered front porch, rear deck, fenced outdoor space and a freshly presented exterior that gives the property memorable curb appeal. The location adds another layer of convenience. Fruitvale BART is approximately 0.9 mile away, offering connections throughout the Bay Area, while neighborhood shopping and everyday conveniences are close at hand. Enjoy access to the restaurants, markets and energy of the Fruitvale area and Dimond District, with Lake Merritt, the Oakland Museum of California and Downtown Oakland just a short drive away. Rich in character, beautifully updated and designed for the way we live today, 2934 E 23rd St is a distinctive Oakland home where vintage craftsmanship and modern comfort come together in all the right ways.

2934 E 23rd St, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Darrell Veasley from Golden Gate Property Management, Inc. 510-910-2106

$499,000

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41148076 MLS

Welcome to 3275 Hyde Street, a spacious Oakland home offering five bedrooms, two bathrooms, original character, and room to make it your own. A charming front porch opens to a light-filled living room with wood floors, flowing into a formal dining room featuring original built-ins and a decorative fireplace. The generous kitchen connects to an enclosed laundry and office area overlooking the backyard. The main level includes two bedrooms and a hall-accessible bathroom with direct access from one bedroom. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms, a second bathroom, and ample storage provide a flexible layout. The unfinished basement offers valuable additional storage. Outside, the backyard is a blank canvas with a concrete pad where a former garage once stood, offering possibilities for a garden, entertaining area, or future improvements. Held by the same owner for nearly four decades, this character-filled home is ready for its next chapter. Bring your creative vision and personalize it over time. Buyer to investigate any plans for future improvements.

3275 Hyde, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Laura Dobel from Real Brokerage Technologies. 510-305-8292

$899,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41148026 MLS

Nestled just a short drive from Montclair Village, this beautiful 2-bedroom, 1-bath home just oozes charm. The bright and welcoming interior features a vaulted living room ceiling with a cozy brick fireplace, and an updated kitchen that blends comfort with everyday functionality. Step outside to enjoy the sunny private back yard. With its large deck and manicured landscaping, there is a relaxing sense of privacy here. It is also an ideal space for entertaining. And don’t miss the wine cellar in the basement! The one-level home also includes updated appliances, air conditioning, dual pane windows throughout, and a detached garage. Ideally located, you will have easy access to local shops, restaurants, parks, schools, and the public library, as well as easy freeway access too! With its character, convenient location, and peaceful setting, this home is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all that Montclair has to offer.

6309 Pinehaven Rd, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Stephen E Beard from KW Advisors East Bay. 510-364-6795

$839,000

41147997 MLS

1719-1723 E. 21st Ave. presents an opportunity to purchase a fully occupied triplex property seeking immediate income and upside potential. Ideal mix of units consists of two 3 bedroom and 1 bath units, and one 2 bedroom and 1 bath unit. All units are well maintained and with stable tenants. The corner lot features inside common yard area and a detached garage space. All meters including water are individually metered further reducing operating expenses. Set in Oakland’s San Antonio neighborhood, the home sits minutes from Lake Merritt and Downtown Oakland, with BART nearby and quick access to I-880.

1723 21st Ave, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Justin Paek from KW Advisors East Bay. 510-409-0735

$719,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41147998 MLS

Classic charm meets modern style at 4315 Fleming Avenue, a beautiful two-bedroom, one-bath home in Maxwell Park. An arched entry and white stucco exterior create an inviting first impression, while bright interiors showcase warm flooring, graceful archways, and contemporary finishes. The living room's distinctive fireplace surround and arched picture window offer a striking focal point, with a spacious adjoining dining room ideal for gathering. The kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, sleek countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a sunny breakfast nook. Two comfortable bedrooms are complemented by a stylish bathroom with a wood-tone vanity and beautifully tiled shower. Central heating, a dedicated laundry area, and a detached garage add everyday convenience. Outside, the backyard offers room for gardening, entertaining, or simply unwinding. An inviting blend of character and modern touches in Maxwell Park.

4315 Fleming Ave, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Jake Kern from Pellego. 925-421-8279

$979,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41147994 MLS

GOT ZEN?? Enter past a large, brick patio into this med century home that is set in the most bucolic settings draped with mature maple trees awaiting its next dinner party on the deck! The step-down living room and adjoining chef’s kitchen are designed for easy indoor-outdoor living, with sliding doors opening to the serene surroundings. A fireplace and beamed ceilings add warmth and character, while gorgeous hardwood floors grace the upstairs level, featuring two bedrooms and a remodeled bath. Downstairs, new carpeting leads to a versatile bonus/family room, an additional bedroom, and another remodeled bath—perfect for guests, a home office, or flexible living space. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the location, just seconds from some of the Bay Area’s best trail systems and road-bike routes. Run, don’t walk, to this fabulous home! Low pest & PSL compliant. Open Sunday, September 13, 2:00–4:30 PM.

6235 Melville Dr, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Tami Bobb from The GRUBB Company. 510-919-8127

$899,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41147968 MLS

Discover a private Montclair retreat at 6625 Thornhill Drive. Surrounded by lush greenery and peaceful wooded outlooks, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features an updated kitchen with quartz countertops and smart appliances, polished cherry hardwood floor, newly remodeled bathrooms, and a comfortable downstairs family room offering flexible space for everyday living. An attached two-car garage and a generous bonus storage room with built-in shelving provide exceptional convenience. Set on an expansive 15,648-square-foot lot, the thoughtfully designed landscaping creates multiple spaces to relax and entertain. Follow the garden path to a secluded hilltop hideaway, where incredible valley views provide the perfect backdrop for morning coffee or evening sunsets. Additional highlights include a Class A fire-rated metal roof. Ideally positioned next to the Montclair Swim Club and within walking distance of Thornhill Elementary School, this exceptional residence presents a rare opportunity to experience the very best of Montclair—tranquil hillside living, breathtaking natural surroundings, and the vibrant shops, cafés, dining, and community spirit of Montclair Village just moments away.

6625 Thornhill Dr, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Jing Sun from Keller Williams Realty. 415-319-3828

$999,000

6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 41147950 MLS

Property is a duplex. For the entrepreneur, investor, adventurer, dreamer, developer: This VACANT West Oakland duplex offers two separate 3BR/2BA residences, each with a primary suite, flexible living and income possibilities, exceptional outdoor spaces, including a Finnish-inspired sauna, a detached bonus structure and intriguing room to grow. The upper residence feels like the natural owner’s retreat, with Bellawood matte wide-plank hickory floors, oversized windows, high ceilings, and an open kitchen, dining and living area. The kitchen features generous cabinetry, farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances and peninsula seating. The primary suite includes mirrored closets and an en suite bath with spacious shower; an additional 2nd bedroom and a second full bath offer flexibility for guests, work or everyday living while a light-filled 3rd bedroom/flex space with huge picture window overlooks the palms and backyard. Above the upper unit, accessed from the front entry, is a HUGE unfinished attic with dramatic angled ceilings and exciting expansion potential for additional bedrooms, office, studio or other future use. The lower 3BR/2BA unit creates another set of possibilities for rental income, multigenerational living, guests or collaborators. It also features its own generous primary suite with updated en suite bath; and a front bedroom that opens directly to a private patio. Behind the gates, the property unfolds into a private urban retreat with established gardens, gated off-street parking, outdoor dining and lounge areas, an outdoor shower, and a custom Finnish-inspired sauna with adjoining relaxation/work-from-home room. At the rear, a detached bonus structure with kitchen, bathroom and private deck adds another intriguing layer of flexibility. Shared laundry plus additional utility and storage areas are located at the rear of the main building. All of this in West Oakland, with convenient access with Emeryville two blocks away (and sharing a zip code), San Francisco super easy commute access, West Oakland BART, the Bay Bridge, neighborhood parks and gardens including the community garden across the street, Prescott Market, dining, shopping and everyday amenities. The property appears to be within Oakland’s HBX-2 Housing and Business Mix zoning, adding another dimension of long-term potential.

1324 Fitzgerald St, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Annie Tegner from Compass. 510-396-1377

$1,795,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 41147943 MLS

Magical Mediterranean inspired home in coveted Upper Rockridge! This c. 1939 home was designed to make living here easy to enjoy, gracious for entertaining, and endlessly flexible for generational needs, in a location as ideal as the floor plan. The main floor offers a sunny living room, a comfortable dining room, an eat-in kitchen with San Francisco city and Bay views, a full bathroom, and a well-placed work-from-home office. Upstairs, three bedrooms enjoy abundant light and Bay views; the primary suite includes a balcony and ensuite bath. Downstairs, a separate suite with a generous family room, bedroom, bath, and kitchen offers flexible living space—well suited as an in-law suite or au pair—with its own exterior entrance. A rare interior-access garage with ample storage adds convenience. The landscaped rear gardens, set on an oversized lot, complete the property: mature fig, lemon, grape, olive, apple, and more. Located in one of Oakland's most sought-after neighborhoods, only minutes to College Ave., Market Hall, Rockridge BART, and more.

5235 Harbord Dr, Oakland

Listing courtesy of John Cooper from Compass. 510-339-6460

$1,148,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41147895 MLS

Welcome to 5610 Snake Rd. Step inside and you’re welcomed by an expansive living room that immediately sets the tone for this charming Montclair Hills home. Traditional in style with a touch of Mediterranean flair, the home has a warmth and character that feels both timeless and comfortable. The tastefully updated kitchen blends modern touches with the original charm of the house. The spacious family room offers another place to gather, relax, or spread out, with doors opening directly to a lush backyard. Surrounded by mature greenery and apple, persimmon, and orange trees, it’s an inviting setting for morning coffee, outdoor dinners, or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon at home. Modern comforts include a heat pump for efficient heating and cooling. And when you’re ready to head out, Montclair Village is just a short walk away. Grab coffee, visit the farmers market, meet friends for dinner, or browse the neighborhood shops, all without getting in the car. Highly rated Montclair Elementary School is also within walking distance, adding to the ease and convenience of this special location. A home with character, comfortable spaces, a beautiful garden, and so much of what makes Montclair special.

5610 Snake Rd, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Bahareh Nowee from The GRUBB Company. 510-520-3970

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