5716 Merriewood Dr

$999,000
Price
4
Beds
1,976 Sq. Ft.
$506 / Sq. Ft.
1,976
Sq. Ft.
$506
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Step into timeless California charm with this beautifully updated 1925 cabin-like home, offering the perfect blend of rustic character and modern comfort. The main residence spans 1,538 square feet and showcases a welcoming stone fireplace, hardwood floors, wood windows, exposed beam ceilings, and classic paneling that reflect the home’s original craftsmanship. A remodeled kitchen with natural wood cabinetry and upgraded stainless steel appliances—including a gas cooktop, double ovens, built-in microwave,...Step into timeless California charm with this beautifully updated 1925 cabin-like home, offering the perfect blend of rustic character and modern comfort. The main residence spans 1,538 square feet and showcases a welcoming stone fireplace, hardwood floors, wood windows, exposed beam ceilings, and classic paneling that reflect the home’s original craftsmanship. A remodeled kitchen with natural wood cabinetry and upgraded stainless steel appliances—including a gas cooktop, double ovens, built-in microwave, and dishwasher. The layout features three spacious bedrooms, one conveniently located on the main level and two upstairs with a full bathroom. The lower-level studio, offering 438 square feet, includes a private entrance, tile floors, fresh paint, a full kitchen, separate bathroom and a versatile space for guests, extended family, or rental income. Surrounded by stately oaks, the property captures the essence of nature with stamped concrete walkways, patios, and filtered views of downtown Oakland. A spacious two-car garage/storage unit sits at the top of the lot. Just minutes from downtown Montclair, this home offers the convenience of nearby shops, restaurants, and grocery stores, along with easy access to Highway 13 and a quick connection to Highway 24 for commuting.

Listing Agent

  1. Kurt Piper

    Kurt Piper

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01130308

    kurt.piper@compass.com

    P: (925)-818-8000

Property Details for 5716 Merriewood Drive

City
OAKLAND
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
MONTCLAIR
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Cabin, Cottage
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Detached
LISTING UPDATED: 08/28/2025 01:22 AM

Property Details for 5716 Merriewood Drive

StatusActive
MLS #41108974
Days on Compass7
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,150 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

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Building Information for 5716 Merriewood Drive

Stories-Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,150 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,859 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,234

Property Taxes

$625

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5716 Merriewood Drive

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room, Stone
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Laundry Closet
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 10
  • Kitchen Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Studio
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Wall Furnace
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Public Water
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Other
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Lot Description: Wood
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 7150
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7150.0
  • Roof: Composition
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1976
  • Stories: Three or More Stories
  • Street Level: Other
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Front Yard, Patio, Terraced Down
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Acres: 0.16
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Thornhill to Merriewood
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: CONTRA COSTA
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 5716 Merriewood Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41108974

$999,000
Aug 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41108974

$999,000
Aug 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC41108974

$999,000
Apr 5, 1999

Sold

MLSListings #EB29001926

$287,000
Apr 5, 1999

Sold

EBRD #29001926

$287,000
Apr 5, 1999

Sold

RESFAR #29001926

$287,000
Feb 23, 1999

Pending

EBRD #29001926

Feb 23, 1999

Pending

RESFAR #29001926

Feb 23, 1999

Pending

MLSListings #EB29001926

Feb 1, 1999

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #29001926

$299,000
Feb 1, 1999

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB29001926

$299,000
Feb 1, 1999

Listed (Active)

EBRD #29001926

$299,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/21/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41108974

$999,000
08/21/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41108974

$999,000
08/21/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC41108974

$999,000
04/05/1999

Sold

MLSListings #EB29001926

$287,000
04/05/1999

Sold

EBRD #29001926

$287,000
04/05/1999

Sold

RESFAR #29001926

$287,000
02/23/1999

Pending

EBRD #29001926

02/23/1999

Pending

RESFAR #29001926

02/23/1999

Pending

MLSListings #EB29001926

02/01/1999

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #29001926

$299,000
02/01/1999

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB29001926

$299,000
02/01/1999

Listed (Active)

EBRD #29001926

$299,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5716 Merriewood Drive

Taxable ValueLand$132,326Additions$308,761Total$441,087
Tax Record2024$7,499 ($625 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt1,538 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,538 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,150 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1928CountyALAMEDAAPN48G-7422-23

Schools near 5716 Merriewood Drive

This home is within Oakland Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Thornhill Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Montera Middle School
Public6 to 8

Skyline High School
Public9 to 12

AIMS College Prep High
Charter9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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5716 Merriewood Drive is a single family home for sale in Oakland, CA 94611. This property was listed for sale on August 21, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $999,000. It has been on the market for a total of 7 days and was last sold on April 5, 1999. This listing's school district is Oakland Unified School District. Nearby schools include Thornhill Elementary School, Montera Middle School and Skyline High School. 5716 Merriewood Drive is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 1,976 sqft single family home built in 1925.

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