Property Overview:
4251 Porter St is a single-family home in Oakland, CA, built in 1910. The main house features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,858 sq. ft. of living space. The property includes a detached ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and a full kitchen. The home sits on a corner lot with a private courtyard and landscaped grounds. The estimated home value is $631,800 (last sold for $670,000 in 2019).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 23.7% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 18.9% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Allendale Elementary, Bret Harte Middle, and LIFE Academy.- Average SAT score: 860 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 64.2% white-collar jobs, 35.8% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.6% (slightly lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 27,919 (3.7% growth since 2000).
- 67.9% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.6%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 44.3°F (January), 74.3°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 27.2 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $73,990.
- Average annual spending: $55,676.
Property Features:
- Bright, updated, and move-in ready with new flooring and fresh paint throughout.
- Spacious, modern kitchen with new appliances, granite countertops, and formal dining area.
- Converted garage/ADU: 1 bed, 1 bath, full kitchen—ideal for guests, rental income, or home office/studio.
- Detached laundry room for added convenience.
- Private courtyard and landscaped yard for ultimate privacy and outdoor enjoyment.
- Quiet neighborhood on a non-through street.
- Parking: Detached, enclosed 1-car garage.
- Heating: Central forced air, gas, hot water.
- Cooling: Ceiling fan.
- Roof: Shingle.
- Foundation: Block, slab, concrete perimeter.
Location Benefits:
- Convenient to Laurel and Dimond districts: Close to restaurants, bars, shopping, freeway access, and public transportation.
- Minutes from Lincoln Square, Montclair shopping, and fine dining.
- Easy access to Joaquin Miller Park, Redwood Regional Park, and major highways (580, 13).
- Versatile property: Perfect for families, multi-generational living, or investment/rental income.