Firehouse Lofts for Sale | North Oakland

Firehouse Lofts at 1095 59th Street in Oakland’s NOBE (North Oakland–Berkeley–Emeryville) neighborhood occupies one of North Oakland’s oldest residential buildings: an 1895 Oakland Fire Department station converted to 6 live/work lofts in the mid-1990s. The original brick walls of the Victorian-era firehouse are featured prominently on both the exterior and interior of every unit.

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The Building

The 1895 firehouse brought sturdy brick construction to this corner of North Oakland. High ceilings from the original apparatus bay height create residential spaces that new construction cannot replicate. The 6-unit scale creates a close-knit residential community. Two units have private patios.

The Units

Six live/work lofts with exposed original brick walls, high ceilings, dual-pane windows, and dedicated parking. Live/work zoning accommodates professional or creative use.

Location

1095 59th Street is in the NOBE area, near the San Pablo Avenue commercial corridor and close to the Emeryville and Berkeley borders. Emeryville’s Bay Street shopping and dining are minutes away.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Firehouse Lofts?

A 6-unit live/work loft development at 1095 59th Street in North Oakland’s NOBE area, converted in the mid-1990s from an 1895 Oakland Fire Department station.

What are the units like at Firehouse Lofts?

Original 1895 brick walls as interior features, high ceilings, dual-pane windows, dedicated parking. Two units have private patios. Live/work zoning.

Where is Firehouse Lofts located?

1095 59th Street in North Oakland’s NOBE area near San Pablo Avenue, close to Emeryville and Berkeley borders.

What is the history of the Firehouse Lofts building?

Built in 1895 as an Oakland Fire Department station and converted to residential use in the mid-1990s, preserving the original brick construction as the defining feature.

What amenities does Firehouse Lofts offer?

Dedicated parking, dual-pane windows, private patios in two units, live/work zoning. 6-unit boutique scale.

How does Firehouse Lofts compare to other North Oakland loft buildings?

One of North Oakland’s most historically distinctive buildings at 1895 vintage. NOBE location and San Pablo corridor are unique in the Oakland loft market.

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