Property Overview:
3407 Harper St is a single-family home in Oakland, CA 94601, built in 1914. It features 4 bedrooms, 1-2 bathrooms (recently renovated), and 1,687–2,012 sq. ft. of living space on a huge 8,850± sq. ft. lot. The property includes a large garage/workshop, long driveway (parking for 3–4 cars), and a basement. The home last sold for $802,000 (07/24/2020); current value estimates range from $567,100 to $802,000+.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Home Values:
- Average sale price for similar homes: $640,390–$762,315.
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 21.3% (higher than CA average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 12.8% (higher than CA average of 10.8%).
- 28 criminal and sex offenders within 1 mile.
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Schools:
Nearby schools include United for Success Academy, Urban Promise Academy, Global Family, Learning Without Limits, and LIFE Academy.- Schools are rated average.
- Average SAT score: 860 (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 (up 8.9% 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:
- Very high earthquake risk.
- Very low tornado risk.
- Minimal flood risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 44.4°F (January), 73.7°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 27.7 inches/year.
- No snowfall.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $39,916.
- Average annual spending: $37,138.
Property Features:
- Gorgeously renovated with new paint, many new windows, and high ceilings.
- Spacious living room and formal dining room with charming fireplace and hardwood floors.
- Upgraded kitchen:
- New cabinets, quartz countertops, full backsplash, stainless steel appliances, marble-look tile floor.
- Large bedrooms with big windows, hardwood or new laminate floors.
- 2 newly renovated bathrooms.
- Huge family room with recessed lights and big windows.
- Potential for 2 units with separate entrances (ideal for in-law or multi-gen living).
- Large front porch, side porch, and huge sunroom.
- Large basement for storage or expansion.
- Expansive side yard with deck, gazebo, pergola, shaded trees, and creekside setting—perfect for entertaining.
- Long driveway (fits 4 cars) leading to big garage/workshop/storage.
- Modern updates blend with vintage Craftsman charm (original hardwood, soaring ceilings, creek views).
Location Benefits:
- Quiet court/corner lot beside Peralta Creek—a park-like, natural setting.
- Easy access to freeways, BART, public transportation, schools, and shopping.
- Family-friendly neighborhood with a strong sense of community.
- Flexible living options: potential for guest suite, in-law, or rental unit.