Cathedral Building Condos for Sale — 1615 Broadway, Oakland
The Cathedral Building at 1615 Broadway is one of Oakland's most extraordinary residential addresses — a 14-story Gothic Revival landmark built in 1914, listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1979 and designated an Oakland landmark in 1983. Originally known as the Federal Realty Building and nicknamed the "Wedding Cake" for its resemblance to New York's Flatiron Building, the Cathedral Building was converted to mixed-use in 2008 by Brog Properties, with floors 7–14 now offering eight full-floor private residences featuring 14-foot ceilings, walls of wrap-around windows, and sweeping views along Broadway and Telegraph Avenue. For buyers seeking a truly one-of-a-kind Oakland address, the Cathedral Building has no parallel in the East Bay.
Oakland's Cathedral Building
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Cathedral Building Residences Overview
Each of the eight residential units in the Cathedral Building occupies an entire floor, accessed by secured elevator or the original marble stairway. Floor plans offer two to three bedrooms with open living areas, 14-foot ceilings, and dramatic wrap-around windows delivering 270-degree city views. Gourmet kitchens feature high-end appliances including Bosch gas ranges and dual-zone wine fridges. Select units have individual private roof decks, and the 14th-floor penthouse has access to a full rooftop terrace. Floors 1–6 remain commercial space, housing prominent architectural and engineering firms. Note: the building has no 13th floor.
Cathedral Building Pricing & Market
Due to the extremely limited inventory — only eight residential units exist in the entire building — Cathedral Building condos trade rarely and at premium prices reflecting their landmark status and one-of-a-kind floor plan scale. Recent listings have been priced at approximately $995,000 for full-floor units of approximately 1,900 square feet. Buyers should expect competitive interest whenever a unit comes to market. Contact Bruce Wagg directly for current availability and off-market opportunities.
Location & Transit
The Cathedral Building sits at the intersection of Broadway and Telegraph Avenue in Latham Square, positioned midway between the 12th Street Oakland City Center and 19th Street Oakland BART stations — both within easy walking distance. The Fox Theater, Paramount Theatre, Oakland Museum of California, and the full restaurant corridor of Uptown Oakland are steps away. Jack London Square and Lake Merritt are minutes by bike or transit. Interstate 580 and I-980 provide quick freeway access for drivers.
Why Buy at the Cathedral Building?
The Cathedral Building offers something no other Oakland condo building can — full-floor residences inside a 110-year-old Gothic Revival landmark with landmark legal protections, architectural irreplaceability, and a location at the historic heart of Downtown Oakland. For buyers who want a home that is genuinely singular, the Cathedral Building stands apart from every other option in the Oakland condo market. The combination of historic pedigree, dramatic architecture, full-floor scale, and BART proximity makes this one of the East Bay's most compelling luxury addresses.
Frequently Asked Questions — Cathedral Building Condos
Where is the Cathedral Building located?
The Cathedral Building is located at 1615 Broadway at the intersection of Telegraph Avenue in Downtown Oakland's Latham Square, equidistant between the 12th Street and 19th Street BART stations.
How many condos are in the Cathedral Building?
There are eight residential units in the Cathedral Building, each occupying a full floor on floors 7–14. The building has no 13th floor. Floors 1–6 are commercial office space.
What are the Cathedral Building condos like inside?
Each unit features 14-foot ceilings, wrap-around windows with 270-degree city views, two to three bedrooms, open living areas, and gourmet kitchens with high-end appliances. Some units have private roof decks. The building's original marble stairway and Gothic Revival entry lobby are shared spaces.
What is the price range for Cathedral Building condos?
Recent listings have been priced around $995,000 for full-floor units of approximately 1,900 square feet. Given the extremely limited inventory of only eight units, availability is rare and pricing reflects landmark status and unique floor plan scale.
Is the Cathedral Building on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes — the Cathedral Building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979 and designated an Oakland landmark in 1983. It is the first Gothic Revival style skyscraper built west of the Mississippi River.
Work With a Local Cathedral Building Specialist
Bruce Wagg has specific knowledge of the Cathedral Building's residential unit history, HOA structure, landmark designation implications, and value positioning within Downtown Oakland's luxury condo market. When a Cathedral Building unit becomes available, having an agent already familiar with the building's unique dynamics is a significant advantage.