Why Live in Harrison St/Oakland St
Harrison St/Oakland St is a small, primarily residential neighborhood located just north of Downtown Oakland, minutes from the San Francisco Bay and close to two major hospitals. The area features a mix of craftsman homes, charming bungalows, Victorian designs, condos, and townhouses. Home sizes range from 650 to 3,300 square feet, with lots typically between 3,000 square feet and just over half an acre. Most homes were built in the 1970s, though some date back to the early 1900s, with newer constructions as recent as 2022. The average time on the market for homes here is 58 days, which is longer than the national average. Students in this neighborhood can attend Oakland Technical High School, which has a high rating and offers various academic pathways and advanced placement courses. For outdoor activities, Oak Glen Park provides a natural, shaded trail, while Oak Park offers a basketball court and playground. Dining options include Limón, a contemporary Peruvian restaurant, and Cat Town, a feline-themed cafe. Ladyfingers Bakery is a local favorite for sweet treats. Grocery shopping is convenient with stores like Whole Foods Market and Sprouts Farmers Market nearby. Entertainment options include The New Parkway Theater and Children’s Fairyland U.S.A., an amusement park on Lake Merritt. The neighborhood is safer than the national average and offers easy access to the MacArthur Freeway for additional amenities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harrison St/Oakland St a good place to live?
Harrison St/Oakland St is a good place to live. Harrison St/Oakland St is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with great transit options. Harrison St/Oakland St has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 35.7 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $103,826 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 65% of residents. A majority of residents in Harrison St/Oakland St are renters, with 86.1% of residents renting and 13.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Harrison St/Oakland St can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Harrison St/Oakland St neighborhood guide.
Is Harrison St/Oakland St, CA a safe neighborhood?
Harrison St/Oakland St, CA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Harrison St/Oakland St?
The median home price in Harrison St/Oakland St is $599,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $119,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.36%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,990 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $128K a year to afford the median home price in Harrison St/Oakland St. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Harrison St/Oakland St is $104K.
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Home Trends in Harrison St/Oakland St, CA
On average, homes in Harrison St/Oakland St, Oakland sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Harrison St/Oakland St, Oakland over the last 12 months is $628,000, up 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$628,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,052,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$820,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$495,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$296,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$499
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
57
Median List Price
$599,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
25%