Nick Flageollet
Proof Real Estate
(415) 548-8485
70 Total Sales
1 in Hoover-Foster
$750,000 Price
Hoover-Foster
Neighborhood in Oakland, California
Alameda County 94608, 94609, 94612
Hoover-Foster is a small, primarily residential area located just north of Downtown Oakland and only a stone’s throw away from the San Francisco Bay.
Homes in this neighborhood are typically older, two-story, single-family homes. You’ll also find multifamily triplex and duplex options. American four square is a popular architectural style. Homes prices tend to fall between $400,000 and $1,300,000 and some homes date back to the early 1900s, with some new construction as recent as 2023. On average, Hoover-Foster homes sell after just 28 days on the market which is significantly lower than the national average of 39 days. The average sales price is also down 26% compared to the previous year. There are about 830 homes in total in this neighborhood. Homes range from about 1,200 to 1,600 square feet in size and sit on small lots that range from 3,700 to 7,300 square feet. While the lots may be small, the curb appeal is quaint and tidy, with bright flowers, sidewalks and plenty of greenery filling the available spaces.
Students in Hoover-Foster can attend Hoover Elementary School which received a C-minus rating from Niche. It has about 270 students in grades K-5 with a student-teacher ratio of 22-to-1. Westlake Middle School is another option that received a C-minus rating from Niche and has about 270 students in grades 6-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 12-to-1. Oakland Technical High School received an A rating from Niche and has about 1,880 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 19-to-1. The campus’s main building dates back to 1914 and references the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The school was declared a historic landmark by the city in 1985. They proudly offer five different academic pathway academies for students to choose from along with 18 different honors and advanced placement courses.
Get some fresh air in Lafayette Square, where you’ll find bright and cheerful playground equipment and murals from local artists. The park is the original site of the Chabot Observatory and was later redesigned to contain a play area for children shaded by palm trees. It has also been designated an Oakland landmark. Durant Mini Park has lighted picnic areas, a community garden, a walking trail and an amphitheater.
Locals can pick up their groceries from Sprouts Farmers Market. Or if you’d rather grab dinner out, swing by Javi’s Cooking. Known for his authentic Argentine empanadas, Javi’s is sure to get your mouth watering with local ingredients baked fresh daily.
Take your little ones to the nearby Children’s Fairyland U.S.A. This amusement park sits on the shores of Lake Merritt and is one of the first themed amusement parks in the country. Explore over 10 acres of rides and live animals in this immersive, creative environment that’s been putting smiles on children’s faces since 1950.
Hoover-Foster residents can enjoy easy access to the MacArthur BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) station. They can also hop on Interstate 980 to head south through the heart of Downtown Oakland or west across the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Nick Flageollet
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Westin Means
Westin Means
eXp Realty of California
(510) 853-6907
34 Total Sales
2 in Hoover-Foster
$830K - $920K Price Range
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Ann Wilkins
Ann Wilkins
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
(510) 616-4757
28 Total Sales
1 in Hoover-Foster
$955,000 Price
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Jerry Beverly
Jerry Beverly
Responds QuicklyCompass
(925) 732-1747
61 Total Sales
2 in Hoover-Foster
$849K - $875K Price Range
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Tania Seabock
Tania Seabock
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(707) 665-1537
48 Total Sales
1 in Hoover-Foster
$725,000 Price
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Kenneth Er
Kenneth Er
Responds Quickly(510) 901-4249
147 Total Sales
1 in Hoover-Foster
$849,000 Price
Schools
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lafayette Square
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Durant Mini Park
Lincoln Square Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Playground
Stanford Avenue Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Jefferson Square Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
- Playground
Chinese Garden Park
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hoover-Foster | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 9 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hoover-Foster, Oakland sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Hoover-Foster, Oakland over the last 12 months is $685,148, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$715,000
Median Single Family Price
$722,000
Median Townhouse Price
$750,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$460,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$435
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Months of Supply
10.00
Median List Price
$750,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
537
Median Year Built
1908
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,499
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,293
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
2,313
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
847
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Open Houses
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Thursday, Apr 243 - 6pm
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Saturday, Apr 262:30 - 4:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,184
Median Age
38
Population Density
28 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$81,844
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$110,448
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
45.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.9%
% Population in Labor Force
69%
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®
99
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
90
/ 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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