About 542 Chetwood St
Built in 1909, this lovely brown shingle Craftsman is overflowing w/architectural charm, preserved original details & exceptional curb appeal! Located in the heart of Oakland's Grand Lake neighborhood, the home sits one block from Oakland's Rose Garden and is centrally located between Piedmont Avenue and Lake Merritt - placing Piedmont, Grand and Lakeshore avenues' amenities just moments from your doorstep. A vintage home lover's dream, the spacious primary home features 2BR, 2BA w/original architectural details: coved + coffered ceilings, hardwood floors, built-ins, wainscot paneling, bay windows and a charming turret seating area. The spacious eat-in kitchen, remodeled in 2022, features French doors opening to an expansive deck. The primary bedroom also features direct access to the deck, and leads to a detached bonus space/office in the backyard. The lower level offers a 2BR, 1BA attached bonus suite w/private entrance, an open kitchenette/breakfast nook, and level-in access to the backyard and second deck - ideal for extended family, guests, or potential rental income. The large, fully fenced backyard is filled w/mature landscaping and fruit trees. Off-street parking. Close to Grand Lake Farmers Market, grocery stores, buses, freeways + BART - Oakland living at its very best!
Features of 542 Chetwood St
| MLS® # | 41144508 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,295,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Square Footage | 2,319 |
| Acres | 0.10 |
| Year Built | 1909 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Shingle, Craftsman |
| Status | Pending |
Community Information
| Address | 542 Chetwood St |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | GRAND LAKE |
| City | Oakland |
| County | Alameda |
| State | CA |
| Zip Code | 94610 |
Amenities
| Parking | Off Street |
|---|---|
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | None |
Interior
| Interior Features | Dining Area, Formal Dining Room, In-Law Floorplan, Storage, Workshop, Breakfast Nook, Updated Kitchen |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater |
| Heating | Zoned |
| Cooling | None |
| Fireplace | No |
| Fireplaces | None |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Stories | Two Story |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Back Yard, Front Yard |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Level |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Construction | Wood Shingles |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | August 13th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Kate Mccaffrey |
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| Office | Compass |