Property Overview:
3890 Whittle Ave is a single-family Craftsman home in the Dimond District of Oakland, CA 94602, built in 1922. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,160 sq. ft. of living space on a 4,100 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a parking garage, remodeled kitchen and bath, and ample storage in a partial basement. The estimated home value is $964,410 – $1,020,000.
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 Sequoia Elementary, Bret Harte Middle, 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%); 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:
- Delightful Craftsman with remodeled kitchen & bath, original built-ins, and wood floors.
- Breakfast nook and fabulous yard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
- New furnace, water heater, and ample storage in a clean, spacious basement.
- Major updates: New foundation, seismic retrofit, French drain system, and sewer lateral compliance.
- Soft story garage reinforced for safety and storage.
- Sunny, solid, and full of character—classic charm meets modern peace of mind.
Location Benefits:
- Walkable to restaurants (Jade Palace, Kasper’s Hot Dogs, LY Luck, Bellanico, Bombera, Paulista), coffee shops (Peet’s, Starbucks, Ultimate Grounds), and grocery stores (Safeway, Farmer Joe’s, Middle Eastern Market, Tazah Market).
- Close to parks: Dimond Park, West D Wood Park, Central Reservoir Recreation Area.
- Near community amenities: Library, La Farine bakery, Oaktoberfest, and more.
- Convenient for families and those seeking a vibrant, established neighborhood.