Property Overview:
4300 Dunsmuir Ave is a single-family home in Oakland, CA, built in 1940. It features 3+ bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and approximately 1,967 sq. ft. of living space. The home offers Bay and Golden Gate views, a split-level floor plan, and a parking area accessed from 39th Ave. The estimated home value is $1,358,000.
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 Redwood Heights Elementary, Community Day, and Bret Harte Middle.- 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%); second largest: 35-44 years (15.1%).
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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:
- Traditional split-level home with charming period finishes and contemporary updates.
- Flexible floor plan:
- 3+ bedrooms (bonus room could be a 4th bedroom or home office).
- 2.5 bathrooms (refreshed full baths, half bath downstairs).
- Living Room: Vaulted ceiling, center fireplace, and Bay views.
- Dining Room: Formal or casual dining options.
- Kitchen:
- Recently updated with quartz countertops, tile backsplash, and new stainless appliances.
- Eat-in area and pantry.
- Family Room: Separate space with wet bar, ideal for gatherings or movie nights.
- Laundry: In dedicated laundry room.
- Backyard:
- Level, gated yard with space for outdoor play, entertaining, or potential sports court/tiki bar.
- Landscaped gardens and flagstone pathway.
- Parking: Covered parking, off-street, accessed from 39th Ave.
- No central cooling; forced air heating.
- No HOA fees.
Location Benefits:
- Scenic Redwood Heights neighborhood, perched on a quiet lane.
- Walking distance to Redwood Heights Elementary, community center, and Peet’s Coffee.
- Spectacular Bay and Golden Gate views; enjoy sunsets from the front yard.
- Family-friendly community with playgrounds and local amenities nearby.
- Easy access to major roads and public transportation.