Property Overview:
511 59th St is a single-family home in North Oakland, CA, built in 1928. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 733 sq. ft. of living space, plus a bonus basement space with a half bathroom. The home includes hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, an eat-in kitchen, and an attached garage. The estimated home value is $730,200, with a current list price of $549,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 29.2% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 24.2% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Sankofa United, Claremont Middle, and Oakland International High.- Average SAT score: 776 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 60.3% white-collar jobs, 39.8% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 7.7% (higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 21,705 (0.1% growth since 2000).
- 47.1% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (25.91%); second largest: 35-44 years (17.67%).
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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: 29.9 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $40,648.
- Average annual spending: $37,540.
Property Features:
- Charming Craftsman/Bungalow style with original hardwood floors and sun-filled rooms.
- Living room: Double-pane windows, bold wood-burning fireplace.
- Eat-in kitchen: Spacious, with direct access to backyard and basement.
- Basement: Full-length, bonus space with a half bathroom and laundry area—potential for expansion or creative use.
- Garage: Attached, plus off-street parking.
- Heating: Wall furnace.
- Roof: Composition.
- Foundation: Crawl space.
- No HOA fees.
- Walkable neighborhood with easy access to local parks, dining, and public transportation.
- Potential for Airbnb or rental income.
Location Benefits:
- Central North Oakland location: Close to public transportation and major highways—easy commute to San Francisco and the greater Bay Area.
- Vibrant community: Diverse culinary scene, local parks, and frequent community events.
- Ideal for first-time buyers, condo upgraders, or investors.
- Bonus: Transparent pricing and motivated to sell—open houses and private showings available.