Property Overview:
2829 Carmel St #B is a condominium in Oakland, CA 94602, built in 1986. It features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 920 sq. ft. of living space. The property includes a deeded parking space and access to a common laundry room. The most recent sale was for $575,000 on 05/12/2020; the current estimated value is around $540,500.
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 Bret Harte Middle, Sequoia Elementary, and Oakland Charter 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%).
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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: 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:
- Level-in, turn-key 3/1 condo nestled in a park-like setting at the rear of the complex.
- Open floor plan with wood floors and newer double-pane windows throughout.
- Bright dining area with sliding glass door to a private rear yard—ideal for relaxing outdoors.
- Galley kitchen with stone countertops, tile floors, stainless professional-style stove, and dishwasher.
- Complex: Two 4-plexes on a large, landscaped parcel with flagstone walkways and landscape lighting.
- Amenities:
- Spacious common patio for BBQs/gatherings
- Common laundry room
- Deeded parking space in front
- Private yard space
- Ample storage and large closets
- Community: Quiet, private, and supportive neighbors with a strong sense of community.
Location Benefits:
- Convenient to shops, markets, restaurants, and parks (including Fruitvale, Dimond Park, and Allendale Park).
- Close to public transportation and easy highway access.
- Nearby grocery stores: East Town Liquor Store, Diamond Foods, Safeway.
- Nearby coffee shops: Starbucks, Peet’s Coffee and Tea, World Ground Cafe.
- Nearby restaurants: WJ Kitchen, Kasper’s Hot Dogs, Jade Palace Chinese Kitchen.
- Ideal for families, first-time buyers, or those downsizing.