Fantastic 4-plex in Oaklands desirable Maxwell Park neighborhoodideal for investors or owner-users. All four units are 2BD/1BA, each with an individual garage, private storage, exterior space, and dedicated water heater. One unit is vacant and rent-ready. Recent improvements include a 2019 seismic retrofit, rebuilt rear stairs, and a finished basement level with added tenant storage and on-site laundry. Rents are near market, with one recently updated unit. Turnkey asset with strong income and upside potential.
- MLS# 41118731
- Date Listed12/04/2025
- Days on Realty 2 Days
- Bedrooms -
- Bathrooms
- Lot Size 0.15 acres (6,565 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision Maxwell Park
- County Alameda
- Year Built 1941
- Square Feet 3,872 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $231.15
Interior Features
- Appliances Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring Linoleum, Tile
- Cooling None
- Heating Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres 0.15
- Lot Size SQFT 6,565.00
- Lot Features Corner Lot
Directions
corner of 55th Ave and Ruth Ave
Financial Considerations
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
0.45 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
1.25 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.48 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
0.45 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
0.77 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
1.21 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
1.25 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
1.34 mi
Distance
Learning Without Limits School
Public • PK - 5
1.34 mi
Distance
Public • PK - KG
1.38 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
1.4 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
1.4 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
1.71 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
1.25 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
1.34 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
1.39 mi
Distance
Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy
Public • 6 - 12
1.39 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 12
1.4 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
1.4 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 12
2.06 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.07 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.07 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.83 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.48 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
1.21 mi
Distance
Oakland Charter Academy High School
Public • 9 - 12
2.57 mi
Distance
Conservatory Of Vocal/instrumental Arts High
Public • 9 - 12
2.61 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.83 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.83 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.1 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.6 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.6 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.86 mi
Distance
Spectrum Center Schools - Camden
Private • UG - UG
1.25 mi
Distance
Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School
Private • 09 - 10
2.07 mi
Distance
Patten Academy Of Christian Education
Private • KG - 12
2.57 mi
Distance
Fred Finch-oakland Hills Academy
Private • 06 - 12
2.91 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
3.64 mi
Distance
Private • KG - 12
3.69 mi
Distance
Private • 06 - 12
4.35 mi
Distance
Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School
Private • 09 - 12
5.14 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
7.22 mi
Distance
Seneca Family Of Agencies - James Baldwin Academy
Private • 02 - 12
9.27 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5530 E 15Th St | Listing | 2 | 1 | Nov 05, 2025 | $489,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $487,135 |
| 5530 E 15Th St | Listing | 2 | 1 | Nov 05, 2025 | $489,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $487,135 |
| 1451 Havenscourt | Listing | 3 | 1 | Oct 09, 2025 | $605,000 | Aug 20, 2024 | $558,712 |
| 1451 Havenscourt | Listing | 3 | 1 | Oct 08, 2025 | $605,000 | Aug 20, 2024 | $558,712 |
| 2119 66th Avenue | Listing | 2 | 1 | Nov 20, 2025 | $420,000 | Jun 25, 2024 | $547,500 |
| 1451 Havenscourt | 3 | 1 | Oct 08, 2025 | $605,000 | Dec 06, 2025 | - |
| 5530 E 15Th St | 2 | 1 | Nov 05, 2025 | $489,000 | Dec 06, 2025 | - |
| 4526 Bond St | 4 | 1 | Oct 14, 2025 | $650,000 | Dec 06, 2025 | - |
| 4526 Bond St | 4 | 1 | Oct 14, 2025 | $650,000 | Dec 06, 2025 | - |
| 4526 Bond St | 4 | 1 | Oct 14, 2025 | $650,000 | Dec 06, 2025 | - |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 52,974 | 428,352 | 1,681,843 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 16,568 | 7,674 | 2,276 | 95 |
| People per Household | 3.3 | 2.5 | 2.7 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 35.7 | 39.8 | 39.5 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $57,137 | $82,189 | $107,045 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $23,176 | $47,575 | $51,107 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 143 | 113 | 129 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 43.27°F | 44.7°F | 41.7°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 73.89°F | 72.7°F | 75.2°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.54" | 22.94" | 26.3" | 38" |
86/100
Very Walkable
Walk Score ®
53/100
Good Transit
Transit Score ®
64/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
20 nearby routes: 20 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 53/100, Transit Score: 43/100, Bike Score: 52/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 5492 Ruth Ave
Source: Realty.com
5492 Ruth Ave, Oakland, CA 94601 is a Quadruplex, Residential Income property listed for $895,000 The property is 3872 sq. ft with - bedrooms and 0 bathrooms
Realty.com has 16 photos of 5492 Ruth Ave.
Our records indicate that 5492 Ruth Ave was built in 1941.
The full address for this home is 5492 Ruth Ave, Oakland, CA 94601.
5492 Ruth Ave has been listed on Realty.com since Thu December 04, 2025
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 53/100, Transit Score: 43/100, Bike Score: 52/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 5492 Ruth Ave. Horace Mann Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Frick Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Oakland Unity High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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(tel: 510-336-4712)
Listing agent:
Ethan Berger
(tel: 925-588-9740)
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