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Walkable neighborhood close to shopping, dining and UC Berkeley
Along with its walkable, central location in Oakland and access to bustling next-door neighborhood Rockridge, the Fairview Park area has a perk that might surprise some: a college vibe, thanks to the nearby University of California, Berkeley. The prestigious university is just 2 miles north of Fairview Park, and many residents feel its influence. “You feel the nearness to Berkeley intellectualism in that whole area. You’ll be in a café and overhear a conversation about art history,” says David Gunderman, a broker associate and team leader of The Gunderman Group who has over 20 years of experience selling real estate in the Inner East Bay. He says the Fairview Park area has other perks, too. “You're in the Oakland side of the East Bay food scene, the whole area is super walkable, and you're close to world-class amenities."
Residents love walking their dogs though the peaceful neighborhood of Fairview Park.
Walk down shaded, tree-lined streets of Fairview Park, and see why people love the neighborhood.
University of California Berkeley is just 2 miles north of Fairview Park.
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Alcatraz and College avenues offer shopping and dining
Many residents run their errands at the shops near the intersection of Alcatraz and College avenues, including picking up fresh produce at Yasai Produce Market and all their other grocery needs at Safeway. Nearby Cole Coffee is a popular go-to for a caffeine fix, and La Farine Boulangerie Patisserie serves freshly baked croissants, breads, scones and tarts. Services like gas stations, banks and houses of worship can also be found along major thoroughfares. Farther down College Avenue is the trendy, walkable Rockridge neighborhood with upscale, Michelin-rated restaurants, exciting bars, boutique specialty stores and grocery stores like Trader Joe’s and Rockridge Market Hall.
Fairview Park is bordered by cute shops and restaurants on Alcatraz Ave in Oakland.
College Ave offers many dining options for Fairview Park and nearby residents.
Unique Rockridge shops are just a short walk from Fairview Park in Oakland.
Cole Coffee in Fairview Park is known for its pour over brews and morning bun pastries.
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Craftsman homes and bungalows are plentiful
There’s a mix of architecture, including a variety of Craftsman homes and California bungalows. Many of these houses date back to the early 20th century and are well-kept or have been renovated with modern amenities like open floor plans and new appliances. Front yards tend to be small but are often packed with lush plant life, and tall trees line the streets, casting shadows on the wide sidewalks. With little through traffic, the neighborhood has a suburban feel but is still within walking distance to nearby popular restaurants and shops. Home prices typically range from $1 million for two bedrooms and one bathroom to $3.7 million for four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. While Fairview Park has many owners in the neighborhood, about 58% are renters and live in rental single-family homes, duplexes and multi-family homes throughout the community.
Many of the California bungalows in Fairview Park are colorful and have amazing native gardens.
California bungalows are well maintained and line Fairview Park streets.
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Colby Park is a go-to for kids
The compact but idyllic Colby Park is at the center of the neighborhood and is a convenient spot for nearby families to get some fresh air. Kids play on the small playground, which is ringed by benches and shaded by a canopy of tall, leafy trees. Residents are also close to nearby community parks like Frog Park in Rockridge, which features a playground and picnic area beneath a lush tree canopy. From there, they take the Rockridge-Temescal Greenbelt, a trail connecting Rockridge to the nearby buzzy Temescal district. Bushrod Park is also a popular destination for jogging, playing tennis and pickleball, and gathering at the picnic tables.
Challange your friends a game of basketball at Bushrod Park.
Colby Park in Oakland is a small oasis in the middle of the neighborhood
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Oakland Technical High School gives kids many ways to get involved
Fairview Park’s youngest residents may start their education at Peralta Elementary School, which scores a B-plus on Niche. The school is located within the neighborhood, and its façade is adorned with colorful, floral murals and lots of lush, bushy landscaping. From there, kids often attend nearby Claremont Middle School and Oakland Technical High School. Claremont Middle has a B rating on Niche, and Oakland Tech has an A rating. Oakland Tech serves about 1,600 students and has a student-teacher ratio of 19-to-1. It offers clubs and organizations, including Gaming Club, Computer Science Club and Anime Club. Families considering private education for their kids have several private schools to choose from in the area, including faith-based, preparatory and Montessori schools.
The Oakland Technical High School is the oldest high school being established in 1914.
Peralta Elementary School main goals is for all students to achieve success.
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Nearby BART, AC Transit buses and Route 24 keep residents on the move
Fairview Park is close to many ways to get around, including Route 24, which connects to Interstate 580 a few miles south of the neighborhood, the Rockridge BART train station, off College Avenue in nearby Rockridge and Alameda-Contra Costa (AC) bus stops along Alcatraz Avenue. All travel throughout the Bay Area, making it easy to work or play in San Francisco, downtown Oakland, and Berkeley.
With a major freeway bordering the neighborhood, Fairview Park residents have easy commutes.
Fairview Park is a commuters dream with BART at the doorstep of the neighborhood.
Buses connect Fairview Park residents to bay area and nearby cities.
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Crime
Fairview Park has a four on the CAP Index, the same as the national average.
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Parks in this Area
Colby Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Bushrod Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Frog Park
Trails
Playground
Dover Street Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Hardy Park
Dog Park
Bateman Mall Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
19 min drive
Bus
Claremont Av & Hudson St
Bus
Telegraph Av & 59th St.
Bus
Telegraph Av & 62nd St
Bus
College Av & Claremont Av
Bus
Telegraph Av & Alcatraz Av
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fairview Park
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairview Park, Oakland sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Fairview Park, Oakland over the last 12 months is $1,650,454, down 12% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Built in 1906 for a California state senator and his family, this elegant residence is a true early 20th-century showpiece—thoughtfully updated to meet the needs of modern living while preserving its rich architectural heritage. Constructed during the transitional period between the grand Victorian era and the Arts and Crafts movement, the home offers the best of both styles: soaring ceilings,
Quintessential brown shingle on a tree-lined street, just minutes away from the best of the Rockridge, with 4+BR & 3BR in 2,148sf of quiet sophistication with tasteful upgrades to its 100+ year old charm. Rustic stone fireplace and built-in bookshelves in living room. Dining room has multi-pane French doors, redwood wainscoting, dish rail, beamed ceiling and built-in hutch. Light & bright
A rarely available 4 unit building ready for new occupants just off College Avenue in the highly desirable Rockridge district. Your steps away from popular Cole Coffee, Yasai market, Wood Tavern, La Farine Bakery, Ver Brugge butcher shop, Vino wine shop, Safeway and more. It's only a few blocks to Rockridge BART and on the AC Transit bus route for easy access to Berkeley or San Francisco, minutes
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,510
Median Age
40
Population Density
21 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$148,894
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$179,839
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
78.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
42.1%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
79.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
97/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
93/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
66/ 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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