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A diverse, urban neighborhood full of gorgeous architecture
Blocks away from Lake Merritt, Clinton is a diverse Oakland community where brightly painted homes, murals and leafy trees adorn the streets in a wash of color. While it’s primarily a residential district, Oakland’s vibrant restaurant scene, art museums and historic landmarks are within walking or biking distance. “It’s a great little neighborhood east of the lake. The housing is mostly older and there hasn’t been a lot of new development. You’ll see a lot of classic Victorian homes,” says David Yi, vice president of Light Realty and a longtime Oakland resident. The neighborhood is also home to Pháp Duyên Tu, known as the Buddha Shrine of Oakland, a small monument on a residential street that draws a steady stream of worshippers.
Most Clinton neighborhood residents are renters, but those who own homes here are proud owners.
Clinton neighborhood's buddha shrine has helped bring peace and tranquility to the neighborhood.
Painted artwork is pleasant to look at the Clinton Community Center in Clinton.
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Early 20th century Victorians and Craftsman homes
The neighborhood overflows with grand architecture. Painted Victorian homes, picturesque Queen Anne properties and humble, wood-shingled Craftsman homes, many from the early 20th century, dot the streetscape. “The architectural detailing on a lot of these homes is gorgeous,” says Giuseppe Zumbo of Corcoran Global Living, a longtime East Bay resident. Most neighborhood residents are renters, but those invested in buying are most likely getting a renovated vintage property. Duplexes and condos built in the 1970s and 80s can also be found here. Single-family home prices can range from $500,000 for smaller homes to as much as $1.5 million for larger renovated properties.
The Clinton neighborhood overflows with grand architecture to choose from.
Clinton neighborhood is full of historic queen anne style homes.
Two-storied Victorian homes in the Clinton neighborhood are being converted to duplexes.
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Dining and shopping in Little Saigon
Clinton is primarily residential, but there are several busy restaurants that reflect the neighborhood's diversity. Thai, Salvadoran and Southern soul food can all be found here, but Vietnamese restaurants and markets are most common given it's blocks away from Little Saigon. Cam Huong is a local institution that’s been serving Pho and Banh Mi since 1985, while Lee’s Sandwiches is a local market that specializes in Asian goods. Champa Garden serves spicy Thai, and Xochi the Dog Café is local coffeeshop that has a dog-friendly outdoor patio. For everything else, Lucky Supermarket and Walgreens are about a mile west in Merritt.
Champa Garden serves spicy Thai food for residents in Clinton.
Right in the middle of the Clinton neighborhood is the Xochi Café with amazing coffee and bites.
Lucky grocery store is a few blocks from the Clinton neighborhood.
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Large, urban parks close to home
Clinton is a short trek from several large city parks, including the eponymous Clinton Park, which takes up an entire city block. The park, renovated in 2003, has a playground, walking paths and plenty of shaded benches. Just south of Clinton is San Antonio Park, an even larger green space where people can shoot hoops, hit the tennis courts or sign up for a plot at the San Antonio Community Garden. Lake Merritt, just a few blocks away, is a major city landmark that’s surrounded by trails and waterfront parks with sweeping views of the downtown skyline.
Clinton Park, which takes a whole block is the perfect place for an afternoon walk.
San Antonio Park has a stage for the kids to act out plays.
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Students attend Oakland city schools
The Oakland Unified School District uses a lottery system to assign schools. It’s known as one of the most diverse districts in the state. A common pipeline for this neighborhood has children starting at Franklin Elementary, which earns a B-minus grade from Niche, before moving on to C-rated Roosevelt Middle School. The last step is Oakland High, which has an overall B-plus grade. The high school offers more than 40 clubs and afterschool programs, reflecting the diverse cultural backgrounds and interests of its students.
Roosevelt Middle School offers its students an excellent education in Clinton.
Franklin Elementary School in Clinton has about 650 students.
Oakland High School offers a variety of activities and clubs to cater to students' interests.
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Getting around the East Bay
Clinton is highly walkable and bikeable, with several bus lines running through the area and the BART train stopping at nearby Lake Merritt Station. The neighborhood is just a few minutes from Interstates 580 and 880, both major Bay Area freeways. Highland Hospital is the nearest medical center, less than a mile away.
Clinton is just a few minutes from Interstates 580 and 880, both major Bay Area freeways.
Clinton's 62 bus connects the neighborhood to the local BART stations.
Highland Hospital is the nearest medical center, less than a mile away from Clinton.
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Average crime rates
Clinton has a 4-out-of-10 overall crime score, putting it on par with the national average, according to CAP Index. That said, crime in Oakland, especially in the downtown and East Oakland area, has seen a major uptick in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. City leaders have struggled to find a solution, prompting intervention from the state government. California Gov. Gavin Newsom deployed highway patrol officers to the city to assist local police in early 2024.
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Parks in this Area
San Antonio Park
Clinton Square
Pine Knoll Park
Lake
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Vantage Point Park
Bella Vista Park
Basketball
Skateboard
Playground
Lake Merritt Channel Park
Pittman Green
Clinton Park
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
13 min drive
Bus
14th Av & E 21st St
Bus
Foothill Blvd & 8th Av
Bus
Foothill Blvd & 11th Av
Bus
10th Avenue Nb
Bus
International Blvd & 11th Av
Bus
E 15th & 8th Av
Bus
14th Av & International Blvd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Clinton
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Clinton, Oakland sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Clinton, Oakland over the last 12 months is $730,400, up 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,936
Median Age
39
Population Density
43 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,732
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,044
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.8%
Advanced Degrees
12.1%
% Population in Labor Force
69.4%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
72/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
82/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
58/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
