Neighborhood in Oakland, California
Alameda County 94603, 94605
With winding streets at the foot of the hills, Foothill Square is a small residential community in East Oakland that is off the beaten path but still close enough to downtown to enjoy all its perks.
At the bottom of the hill is Foothill Square Shopping Center on MacArthur Boulevard, the neighborhood’s namesake. There, residents fill up their shopping carts at Foods Co., an 80,000-square-foot grocery store that opened in 2014 to provide a source of healthy food to a part of the city where, at the time, there was little grocery shopping beyond corner markets. The same shopping center also has a dry cleaner, a Wells Fargo Bank and a Ross clothing store, and Planet Fitness is right across the street. There are several fast and casual restaurants when residents want a quick meal, including Carl's Jr., Happy Hot Dog, Happy Donuts and Ben's Burgers.
A patchwork of pastel California bungalows, Craftsman homes and low-flung ranch-style homes create a colorful streetscape throughout the area. Most of these homes were built in the 1950s, 60s and 70s and feature attached garages, small, landscaped yards and front porches and patios, some of which have expansive views of the city and the surrounding hillsides. And while some homes may appear to be aging, many have been renovated and updated with modern amenities. The streets are narrow and hilly, and sidewalks are abundant, making the neighborhood walkable. Prices range from $560,000 for three bedrooms and one bathroom to $650,000 for three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Those looking for something with less upkeep can find condos in the neighborhood, ranging from $370,000 for two bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms to $460,000 for three bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms.
Foothill Square is less than a mile from the Oakland Zoo, often cited as among the best in the United States owing to its pleasant atmosphere, well-maintained exhibits and its vast array of animals. Further east are several nature parks, hiking trails and camping destinations in the Oakland Hills, like Anthony Chabot Regional Park, Leona Canyon and Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park. Reinhardt Regional Park is popular for its ancient, redwood-covered forests with picturesque overlooks and panoramic views.
Students often start school at Grass Valley Elementary, located in a suburban subdivision at the foot of Anthony Chabot Regional Park. From there, they usually head to Elmhurst United Middle School and Castlemont High School. Grass Valley Elementary and Elmhurst United Middle have C-minus ratings on Niche, and Castlemont High has a C rating. Castlemont High serves about 700 students and has a student-teacher ratio of 15-to-1. It offers several academies and learning programs, including the Community Health Equity Academy, the Sustainable Urban Design Academy, a special education inclusion program and a dual enrollment program where kids can earn college credit while in school.
Those taking public transportation pick up the Alameda Contra-Costa (AC) Transit bus at stops dotting Foothill Boulevard or head to the Coliseum BART station, about 4 miles from the neighborhood. Interstate 580 runs along the neighborhood's eastern side for those taking the car, and those needing to travel farther have quick access to the Oakland International Airport, about 5 miles away.
Foothill Square scores a four on the CAP Index, the same as the national average.
Erica Marr
COMMUNITY REALTY & INVESTMENTS
(925) 320-3600
71 Total Sales
1 in Foothill Square
$627,000 Price
Janice Lee
Coldwell Banker Realty
(650) 540-7140
169 Total Sales
1 in Foothill Square
$375,000 Price
Tania Seabock
Coldwell Banker Realty
(707) 665-1537
48 Total Sales
1 in Foothill Square
$580,000 Price
Nancy Chillag
Star Realty
(650) 546-7969
6 Total Sales
1 in Foothill Square
$610,000 Price
Daniel Donate
EXP Realty of Northern California, Inc
(877) 779-1925
238 Total Sales
1 in Foothill Square
$579,000 Price
Laurence Lee
Familee Realty
(510) 674-0435
34 Total Sales
1 in Foothill Square
$475,000 Price
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| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Foothill Square | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Foothill Square, Oakland sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Foothill Square, Oakland over the last 12 months is $649,600, up 22% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$3,300 per month
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