Property Overview:
2625 High St is a single-family residence located in the Maxwell Park neighborhood of Oakland, CA 94619. Built in 1913, it features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and approximately 1,163 sq. ft. of living space on a 4,455 sq. ft. lot. The property is currently in pre-foreclosure with estimated market values ranging from $583,000 to $641,000. It includes a detached one-car garage and a spacious backyard. The home is zoned RM-4/C (Mixed Housing Type Residential with a Commercial Designation), offering investment potential for multifamily redevelopment (buyer to verify).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 23.7% (higher than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 18.9% (higher than state average of 10.8%)
- 31 criminal and sex offenders reside within 1 mile
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Schools:
- Nearby schools: Allendale Elementary, Bret Harte Middle, Melrose Leadership Academy, Fremont High, United for Success Academy
- Average SAT score: 860 (state average: 975)
- Schools are rated below average
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Job Market:
- 64.2% white-collar jobs, 35.8% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 4.6% (slightly below state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 27,919 (growth of 3.7% since 2000)
- 67.9% families with children
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.59%), followed by 35-44 years (15.13%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Very high earthquake risk
- Very low tornado risk
- Minimal flood risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 44.3°F (January), 74.3°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 27.2 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $73,990
- Average annual spending: $55,676
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Home Values:
- Estimated value: $441,500 – $641,000
- Average sale price for similar homes: $777,279 – $822,361
Property Features:
- Dutch Colonial style with lots of character
- 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom (some listings mention 2 baths—buyer to verify)
- Formal dining and living rooms
- Full bath on first floor, two bedrooms and full bath on second level
- Spacious backyard with garden space
- Detached one-car garage and long driveway for off-street parking
- New water heater, new plumbing and fixtures
- Interior needs updating
- Zoned RM-4/C: Potential for multifamily redevelopment (buyer to verify)
- Close to freeways (easy access to 580 and Highway 13)
- Charming Cape Cod style elements and unique walk-in coat closet
- Large kitchen with ample counter and cabinet space
- Hardwood flooring and large picture windows for natural light
Location Benefits:
- Maxwell Park neighborhood: Prestigious and convenient
- Close to shops, restaurants, and public transportation
- Easy freeway access for commuters
- Large lot: Ideal for entertaining or future development
- Investment potential due to zoning and location