$719,118Average Value$557Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
Diverse Oakland suburb full of homes with hillside views
Fairfax is a diverse community with colorful, early 20th-century homes near the heart of Oakland. "It's a beautiful neighborhood offering million-dollar views that's a great value compared to other hills neighborhoods," says Michele Senitzer, a real estate agent at Compass Real Estate who has sold in the area for over a decade and lives in the nearby neighborhood of Alameda. "It's a friendly community where people love walking their dogs and meeting their neighbors."
A row of colorful Mediterranean homes in the Fairfax neighborhood in Oakland.
Fairfax location is perfect for anyone seeking tranquility.
The green field of Brookdale Park is ideal for playing American football and catch in Oakland.
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Colorful homes built in the early 20th century
The neighborhood’s streetscapes are lined with common housing styles such as Mediterranean and Craftsman, and the homes date back to the 1920s and 1930s. Many homes display manicured lawns featuring trimmed bushes, colorful flora and the occasional palm tree. Other common housing features include shingled roofs, brightly painted exteriors and roomy front porches. Home prices range from $480,000 to $1.1 million, depending on the size and renovations. "The homes are on the affordable side for Oakland, and you're really close to the Fruitvale BART station. It's a great location for the price," says Realtor Lauren Quach of Compass Real Estate, who has been selling in the area for nearly five years.
Mediterranean homes are plentiful in Fairfax neighborhood in Oakland.
A great looking Craftsman home at Fairfax neighborhood in Oakland.
Craftsman home in Fairfax is known for their low-pitched gabled roofs the skilled craftsmanship
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Public schools with media and architecture academies
Students may attend Horace Mann Elementary School, which gets a C-rating from Niche. Middle schoolers may attend the C-rated Urban Promise Academy. The C-plus-rated Fremont High School offers special media and architecture academies. For a private school option, the Cornerstone Christian Academy serves kindergarten through 10th-grade students and is less than two miles from Fairfax.
Educational opportunities abound at Horace Mann Elementary School.
Fairfax middle schoolers can attend the C-rated Urban Promise Academy in Oakland.
Educational opportunities abound at Fremont High School in Oakland.
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Bus stop options and access to Interstate 580
Multiple Alameda-Contra Costa Transit bus stops are dotted along Foothill Boulevard, which is on the southern border of Fairfax. These buses conveniently have direct routes to the BART Fruitvale Station, less than two miles west, for light rail traveling or commuting. Interstate 580 sits about a mile west, a main thoroughfare for traveling outside the city into places like San Francisco, which is less than 20 miles away. The San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is around six miles south.
Interstate 580, sits to the north from Fairfax.
The San Francisco Oakland Bay International Airport is about 6 miles south from Fairfax.
The Fruitvale BART Station is less than two miles west from Fairfax.
The local Tempo AC transit at 48th Avenue connects Fairfax to the rest of the Town.
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Walkable to multiple community parks
Three community parks are located within walking distance of Fairfax. Brookdale Park features a playground, grassy spaces with picnic tables and basketball courts. The intimate Courtland Creek Park is just below this site, which includes a small woodsy area with a walking trail. The city of Oakland is currently restoring the creek that runs through the park to improve water quality and the surrounding habitat. One block west of this is the larger Maxwell Park, known for its backdrop of colorful mosaic murals. This palm tree-studded park offers ample shady relaxing areas and a playground with a sand pit. Fairfax is also three miles north of the San Leandro Bay, with waterside parks and trails, including the Damon Marsh Trail. Next to this is the Tidewater Boating Center, which features launching docks for boating, kayaking and paddleboarding.
Kids love playing on the basketball field at Brookdale Park in Oakland.
Maxwell Park is a palm tree-studded park offers shady areas near Fairfax.
Baseball is available for all ages at the nearby Brookdale Park in Oakland.
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Authentic local dining and nearby shopping centers
Diverse shopping and dining options are located just outside of the neighborhood. CocoBreeze Caribbean Restaurant and Bakery is located along the northern border, a vibrant, mural-splashed Trinidadian eatery. Next door is Island Market, a small grocery store known for its fresh meats. Ruth’s Buka is just south of the neighborhood. This family-run Nigerian restaurant serves menu items like Jollof rice, stews and pepper soup with a variety of meats. Taqueria El Plaza is less than a mile west for traditional Mexican food specialties. Nearby grocery spots include Cardenas Market, a Mexican-influenced grocery store, and Shop Rite Supermarket. The large Foothill Square Shopping Center is a quick six-mile drive down Interstate 580. It includes small retailers, beauty shops, fast-casual dining and big box stores like Ross.
CocoBreeze is an authentic Caribbean restaurant near the Fairfax neighborhood.
Ruth's Buka is a local hot spot for Nigerian food near Fairfax.
Locals shop for groceries at Cardenas Markets near Fairfax.
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Cultural festivals at Brookdale Park and library events
Brookdale Park hosts a few community events throughout the year, including a highly popular Jamaican Food Festival in the Spring in support of Caribbean Heritage Month. The gathering features free Caribbean cuisine, live music, and cultural performances. Other events include a family-friendly Halloween gathering with costume giveaways, pumpkin carving and live music. The nearby Oakland Public Library – Melrose Branch provides free events on a more weekly basis. Some of these include family art workshops held by teachers from the Museum of Children’s Art, children’s story time sessions and art and jewelry-making classes for adults.
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Parks in this Area
Maxwell Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Concordia Park
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Brookdale Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Cesar Chavez Park
Peralta Hacienda Historical Park
Trails
Events
Multi-Purpose Field
Allendale Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Camping
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
12 min drive
Bus
Foothill Blvd & Vicksburg Av
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fairfax
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairfax, Oakland sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Fairfax, Oakland over the last 12 months is $719,777, down 11% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This home is located on a tree lined one block long street in lower Maxwell Park. There is off street parking for two cars and upstairs is a two bedroom one bath house and downstairs is a separate two bedroom unit that has been a rental in the past. Pretty views of the hills! Use your imagination on how to best use this property! Perhaps an ADU? For an extended family?
Introducing 2469 Potter: an exceptional new construction single-family home nestled in a serene, sun-kissed hillside location in a coveted neighborhood. Expertly designed by Noel Garcia, this stunning residence boasts 1,855 square feet across two levels, featuring 3 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a one-car garage, a finished storage area with ADU potential, and a spacious backyard. The upper level
Welcome to your new home in the heart of one of Oakland’s most sought after neighborhoods, Maxwell Park! This beautiful 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom house is perfect for those seeking a quiet neighborhood with easy access to city amenities. Conveniently located near The Laurel District, you’ll be just minutes away from great local restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping, with quick access to Highways
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,642
Median Age
41
Population Density
21 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$87,086
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$113,128
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.2%
College Graduates
46.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.4%
% Population in Labor Force
68.3%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
74/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
49/ 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.
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