Property Overview:
4532 Pampas Ave is a single-family home in Oakland, CA, built in 1928. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 927 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a 1-car garage, bonus space, and a large backyard with a huge tool shed and patio. The estimated home value is $813,600 (last sold for $515,000 in 2016).
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 Laurel Elementary, Community Day, and Frick United Academy of Language.- Average SAT score: 860 (447 Math, 413 English)—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 (15.59%); second largest: 35-44 years (15.13%).
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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:
- Sunny bungalow on a cul-de-sac in the Laurel District near many amenities.
- New paint (interior & exterior), new roof, gutters, and kitchen flooring.
- Sewer lateral compliant.
- Roomy kitchen with a cheery breakfast nook.
- Bonus space and partial bath in the basement—ideal for a home office, atelier, or backyard parties.
- Private, fenced-in backyard with a huge tool shed and patio ready for your vision.
- 1-car garage and open green space next door.
Location Benefits:
- Great for first-time buyers looking to customize and add value.
- Family-friendly community with a high percentage of households with children.
- Convenient access to local amenities and green spaces.
- Commuter access to Oakland and the greater Bay Area.