This newer-build Oakland flip shows what can happen when an experienced contractor pairs a strong renovation plan with fast, reliable capital.
The Challenge
The borrower, an existing Equidy flipper with an excellent history – identified a single-family home in Oakland, California, built in 2007. The property sat on a large ~5,000 SF lot and had strong “bones” and location fundamentals (near BART, shopping, and key freeway access), but it needed a modern, market-ready upgrade to maximize resale value.
The goal was straightforward: acquire the property with speed, renovate with intention, and exit via sale.
Equidy funded the purchase with a $288,000 loan structured as a 1st deed of trust, giving the borrower the certainty of close and the runway to execute the flip plan.
The Result
With the acquisition secured, the borrower delivered a comprehensive renovation, focused on what buyers value most in this submarket: clean finishes, durable upgrades, and livability.
Key improvements included updated electrical, new flooring throughout, refreshed kitchen and bath surfaces, upgraded windows, and an open-plan feel. Bathrooms were elevated with quality finishes and practical layouts, while the primary suite was positioned as a standout feature with strong storage and a more “spa-like” bathroom experience.
Exterior and usability upgrades added meaningful buyer appeal: improved fencing and a gated entry, modern security features, irrigation/sprinklers, and generous off-street parking with an extended driveway plus a two-car garage – rare conveniences in many Oakland neighborhoods.
The project exited successfully with a sale at $650,000.
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