4490 Piedmont Ave

T H E B U I L D I N G 

Built in 1925, the Property occupies a prominent corner lot with excellent visibility 

at the intersection of Piedmont Avenue and Ramona Street. 

4490 Piedmont Ave. features a versatile ±2,642 square foot building on a generous 

6,927 square foot lot with secured car parking and an outdoor deck.

P R I M E LO C AT I O N I N A V I B R A N T N E I G H B O R H O O D 

The Property bookends Oakland’s desirable Piedmont Avenue neighborhood, which is 

celebrated for its “village-like” atmosphere and strong community feel. Residents and 

visitors enjoy a wide variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, cozy cafes, unique 

boutiques, vintage clothing stores, and several independent bookstores.

RESIDENTIAL CHARACTER AND ARCHITECTURE

The residential streets of the Piedmont neighborhood feature a mix of architectural 

styles, with a predominance of Craftsman homes from the early 1900s alongside grand 

manors and mid-century houses. The neighborhood’s highly walkable retail corridor 

has a dense, urban feel, and is popular with young professionals and families.

LIFESTYLE AND ATMOSPHERE

The neighborhood is known for its lively, pedestrian-friendly atmosphere, with 

residents often seen strolling, walking their dogs, and enjoying the numerous local 

shops and eateries. Its high walk score, good public schools, parks, and excellent 

public transportation make it one of Oakland’s most sought-after places to live.

ZONING

The Property is zoned CN-3. The intent of the CN-3 Zone is to create, improve, and 

enhance areas neighborhood commercial centers that have a compact, vibrant 

pedestrian environment. 

PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP

The current owner has occupied the building since 1993. It has been very well 

maintained and operated as service retail office space