Property Overview:
1488 Excelsior Ave is a single-family home in Oakland, CA, built in 1927. It features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,462 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and has an estimated value of $1,253,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 25.1% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 21.8% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Edna Brewer Middle, Glenview Elementary, and Oakland High.- Average SAT score: 860 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 65.6% white-collar jobs, 34.4% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.5% (slightly lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 31,177 (1.9% growth since 2000).
- 61.5% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (16.43%); second largest: 45-54 years (15.96%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 43.9°F (January), 73.8°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 28.9 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $66,009.
- Average annual spending: $51,592.
Property Features:
- Elegant Mediterranean bungalow with period details (arched entries, wood trim, original fireplace, cathedral window).
- Formal living & dining rooms with seamless flow for entertaining.
- Large, updated chef’s kitchen and modern bathrooms.
- Three bedrooms on the main level; lower level suite with private living area and full bath.
- Family room and ample storage throughout.
- Expansive backyard: tiled patio, lush lawn, serene deck—ideal for entertaining and play.
- Modern upgrades: AC, new energy-efficient HVAC, French drain, updated watering system.
- Minutes to shops, restaurants, major freeways, and public transportation (including Line V transbay bus).
Location Benefits:
- Desirable Glenview neighborhood with strong community feel.
- Convenient access to Park Boulevard, Montclair Village, and transit.
- Perfect for families seeking comfort, style, and connectivity.