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Oak Tree

Oak Tree

Neighborhood in Oakland, California

Alameda County 94601

$632,908 Average Value
$412 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Diverse community by green spaces and International Boulevard

Three miles from downtown Oakland is Oak Tree. Filled with office spaces, restaurants and housing, this densely populated area is also near green spaces, schools and the San Francisco Bay. “It’s a nice place to live, very convenient and more affordable than some surrounding neighborhoods. It’s near a BART station, and International Boulevard is very vibrant during the day,” says Zanna Knight, a Realtor with Compass with nearly two decades of experience. Named after the Oak Tree Farm, which once stood here, the established community fell on hard times during a period of urban renewal in the 1960s and ‘70s. It’s been revitalizing over the last decade, thanks to the help of numerous organizations like the Native American Health Center, a wellness clinic that’s been serving all community members since 1972.

Find your perfect home in the Oak Tree neighborhood of Oakland.
Find your perfect home in the Oak Tree neighborhood of Oakland.
Oak Tree location is perfect for anyone seeking easy commute to Oakland downtown.
Oak Tree location is perfect for anyone seeking easy commute to Oakland downtown.
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Multi-cultural restaurants, shopping centers and local markets

Oak Tree has been home to Bui Phong Bakery since 1983. The family-owned neighborhood landmark is famous for baguettes, sugar biscuits and filled croissants. Next door, Sticky Rice Cafe caters to diverse diets with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. The Thai eatery makes traditional dishes like northern Thai sausage, homemade peanut sauce and papaya salad. Oakland Food Hall, in the adjacent Jingletown neighborhood, has almost 20 restaurants that serve global cuisines. Fruitvale Station Shopping Center is just south of the neighborhood. It has a FoodMaxx supermarket, a Ross Dress for Less and a handful of eateries. Back in Oak Tree, Mi Carnal Market has a large assortment of fruits and vegetables on Foothill Boulevard.

Fresh breads bake every morning at Bui Phong Bakery in Oak Tree.
Fresh breads bake every morning at Bui Phong Bakery in Oak Tree.
Locals shop for groceries at Supermercado Mi Pueblo in Oak Tree.
Locals shop for groceries at Supermercado Mi Pueblo in Oak Tree.
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Nearby green spaces, recreation centers and the Tidal Canal

Adjacent to the Oak Tree area, Josie De La Cruz Park was named after one of Oakland’s most passionate community activists. It has a basketball court, soccer field and playground. The Carmen Flores Recreation Center has weekly Zumba classes, a computer room and a community garden. San Antonio Park features a rolling landscape with tennis courts, a community garden and a soccer field in the San Antonio neighborhood. A lighted basketball court is separated from the playground by shade trees, and a walking path crisscrosses the space. Nearby, Union Point Park covers nine acres along San Francisco Bay’s Tidal Canal. A walking path curves through the space by the shoreline, while a spiral garden encourages guests to meditate. Kids can enjoy the nautical-themed playground, complete with abstract sails.

Josie De La Cruz Park is a great place to get away from it all in Oakland.
Josie De La Cruz Park is a great place to get away from it all in Oakland.
Come sing on the beautiful stage at San Antonio Park in Oakland.
Come sing on the beautiful stage at San Antonio Park in Oakland.
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Queen Anne houses and converted apartments in the East Bay

Oak Tree is a neighborhood with more renters than owners. In fact, around 83% of people rent here, leaving home ownership at about 13%. Many of the area’s early 1900s buildings have been converted into apartments, which make up over half of the community’s housing stock. Single-family homes are rare, but Queen Anne styles are not. Most of the remaining houses have Victorian architecture. The neighborhood has straight streets with tightly clustered residences punctuated by businesses along International Boulevard. Homes sell for a median price of $630,000 after around 55 days. Prices range from $475,000 to $800,000 for single-family homes, while converted apartment buildings and duplexes range from $600,000 to just over $1 million.

Row of colorful Craftsman homes in Oak Tree.
Row of colorful Craftsman homes in Oak Tree.
Victorian homes are available in Oak Tree.
Victorian homes are available in Oak Tree.
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Bilingual classes, after-school programs and specialized academies

International Community School operates a dual language immersion program where children learn Spanish and English. The school earned a C-minus from Niche. C-rated Urban Promise Academy has after-school programs for sixth through eighth graders. These clubs and classes cover everything from cooking to gardening to rock climbing. C-plus Fremont High School has media and architecture academies and over a dozen sports teams.

Students are the highest priority at Roosevelt Middle School in Oakland.
Students are the highest priority at Roosevelt Middle School in Oakland.
International Community Elementary School has dozens of excellent teachers and stuff.
International Community Elementary School has dozens of excellent teachers and stuff.
In 1906, the previous Union High School No. 4 was renamed to the now Fremont High School.
In 1906, the previous Union High School No. 4 was renamed to the now Fremont High School.
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Nearby planes, trains and neighborhood sidewalks

Bordered by International and Foothill Boulevards, Oak Tree is easily accessible and allows people to connect to Interstate 880 less than 1.5 miles away. Eateries, shopping and parks can be reached via the area’s sidewalk. Bike lanes run along East 12th Street, and bus routes run through the neighborhood. The Fruitvale BART station is around a mile away, and the lines run 16 miles to San Francisco or 38 miles to San Jose. Highland Hospital is 1.5 miles north, while the Oakland International Airport is 6.5 miles south.

24th Ave bus stop on International Blvd in Oak Tree.
24th Ave bus stop on International Blvd in Oak Tree.
Oak Tree location is perfect for anyone seeking easy commute to Oakland downtown.
Oak Tree location is perfect for anyone seeking easy commute to Oakland downtown.
The Fruitvale BART stop is a few blocks from Oak Tree.
The Fruitvale BART stop is a few blocks from Oak Tree.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Oak Tree US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 7 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$665,000
Median Single Family Price
$757,000
Median Townhouse Price
$887,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$412
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Months of Supply
7.20
Median List Price
$638,800
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
225
Median Year Built
1916
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,308
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,385
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
4,252
Median Age
36
Population Density
45 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$51,553
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$67,272

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
57.9%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
18.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.6%
% Population in Labor Force
62.4%

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®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

69 / 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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