Property Overview:
1518 28th Ave is a single-family Craftsman bungalow in Oakland, CA, built in 1918. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 updated bathrooms, a plus/bonus room (ideal for a den or home office), and 1,210 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes original wood floors, period details, a remodeled kitchen, formal dining room, fireplace, and a large garage. The estimated home value is $664,000 (last sold for $585,000 in 2016).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 21.3% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 12.8% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include International Community, Urban Promise Academy, and Latitude 37.8 High.- Average SAT score: 860 (Math: 447, English: 413), below state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 56.3% blue-collar jobs, 43.7% white-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 7.9% (higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 54,902 (8.9% growth since 2000).
- 70.9% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (18.41%), second largest 35-44 years (14.53%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 44.4°F (January), 73.7°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 27.7 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $39,916.
- Average annual spending: $37,138.
Property Features:
- Charming Craftsman bungalow with original wood floors and period details throughout.
- 3 bedrooms, 2 updated bathrooms, plus/bonus room (ideal for den or office).
- Remodeled kitchen, formal dining room, and cozy fireplace in the living room.
- Generous common spaces for entertaining or relaxing.
- Covered back deck, raised garden beds, and space for a vegetable garden.
- Large garage and plenty of off-street parking.
- Recent upgrades: newer roof, paint, appliances, dual-pane windows, and more.
- Turnkey condition—move-in ready!
Location Benefits:
- Quiet block with a great neighborhood feel.
- Walking distance to BART, restaurants, parks, and local amenities.
- Super convenient for commuting: bike to Alameda beach, downtown Oakland, or zip to San Francisco on BART.
- Vibrant community with a strong family presence and diverse age groups.