Property Overview:
3918 Fruitvale Ave is a single-family home in Oakland, CA, built in 1939. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,139 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage (partially converted to a sound studio), a newer roof, and a newer tankless hot water heater. The estimated home value is $896,000.
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 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:
- Classic 1939 split-level set above the street in the Upper Dimond district.
- Vacant after 20 years of tenant occupancy; opportunity for cosmetic and structural updates.
- Finished attic play area adds extra usable square footage (not in public records).
- Random plank hardwood floors and formal breakfast room.
- Generous closet space in primary bedroom.
- Garage: Converted to a sound studio, partially converted back.
- Deep, terraced backyard with potential for landscaping or gardening.
- Less than a mile to Dimond shopping and amenities.
- Lots of upside for renovation and value-add.
Location Benefits:
- Popular Upper Dimond district with growing community.
- Convenient access to shopping, schools, and local amenities.
- Potential for customization and increased property value.