Property Overview:
3907 Midvale Ave is a single-family craftsman home in the Laurel/Upper Laurel District of Oakland, CA, built in 1923. It features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and approximately 943–1,156 sq. ft. of living space on a 2,059 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a 1-car garage with ample storage and attic access. The estimated home value is around $1,115,000 (last sold for $850,000 in 2020).
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%).
- 10 criminal and sex offenders reside within 1 mile.
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Laurel Elementary, Bret Harte Middle, and Skyline 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:
- 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.
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Home Values:
- Average sale price for similar homes: $667,000–$799,000 (recent estimates range up to $1,115,000 for this property).
Property Features:
- Sunny, turn-key, open-concept craftsman tucked off the street for added privacy.
- Beautifully updated kitchen with stone counters opens to the backyard—ideal for entertaining and relaxing.
- Hardwood floors throughout.
- Modern upgrades: newer furnace, water heater, roof, dual-pane windows, updated electrical, plumbing, and LED lighting.
- 1-car garage with ample storage and attic access.
- Minutes’ walk to top Oakland amenities: Sequoia Diner, Farmer Joe’s, Planet Fitness, 4505 BBQ/beer garden, Fist of Flour Doughjo, Therapy, and Laurel Ace Hardware.
- Easy access to public transportation and freeways.
Location Benefits:
- Quiet, family-friendly, well-maintained neighborhood in the Laurel/Upper Laurel District.
- Walkable to dining, shopping, and fitness centers.
- Commuter-friendly with great public transit and freeway access.
- Perfect for California lifestyle, family living, and entertaining.