2636 Cole St

About This Home

Opportunity knocks in Oakland’s established Maxwell Park neighborhood! RENOVATION FINANCING options may be available for qualified buyers, making it easier to fund improvements and bring your ideas to life. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath Craftsman fixer is packed with potential and perfectly positioned for Bay Area commuters, with easy access to I-580, I-880, Highway 13, and nearby BART for convenient travel throughout the region. Full of original character, the home features hardwood floors, a functional floor plan, charming period details, and solid bones ready for your vision and updates. Whether you’re an investor, contractor, or buyer looking to create long-term value, this property offers a rare opportunity to customize a home in one of Oakland’s well-established neighborhoods. The unfinished lower-level basement includes an existing bathroom and shower, creating exciting possibilities for a future junior ADU, guest suite, home office, gym, creative studio, or expanded living space (buyer to verify). The generous lot provides room to enhance outdoor living, garden, entertain, or further increase the property’s value over time. Conveniently located near shopping, parks, schools, dining, and public transportation, this property combines location, character, and opportunity. If you’ve been searching for upside potential, flexibility, and classic Oakland charm, this is the one. Bring your imagination and transform this Maxwell Park gem into something truly special!

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