Property Overview:
5434 Broadway is a single-family home in Oakland, CA (Upper Rockridge/Rockridge “Golden Triangle”), built in 1920. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,534 sq. ft. of living space on a 3,800 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a one-car garage (with 2 Tesla chargers) and a driveway for 2 cars. The estimated home value is $1,343,000 (last sold for $1,480,000 in 2019).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 29.8% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 25.6% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Claremont Middle, Oakland Technical High, and Emerson Elementary.- Average SAT score: 776 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 76.4% white-collar jobs, 23.7% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.4% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 16,714 (decreased by -0.6% since 2000).
- 53.1% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (17.34%); second largest: 25-34 years (15.41%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 43.5°F (January), 74.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 30.6 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $95,774.
- Average annual spending: $66,997.
Property Features:
- Classic 1920s Craftsman Bungalow with vintage charm and modern updates.
- Beautiful hardwood floors and sun-drenched living room with fireplace, built-in bookshelves, and window seat.
- Formal dining room with original built-ins and wainscoting.
- Updated kitchen: Wolf stove, quartz countertops, French doors to patio/garden.
- Primary and second bedrooms are spacious; third bedroom is versatile (office, nursery, or sitting room).
- Two updated bathrooms (one hall bath with tub, one adjacent to third bedroom).
- Modern backyard: concrete tiles, gas fire pit, patio deck for dining.
- Basement storage and ample garage space.
- Prime location: Minutes to College Avenue shops, restaurants, and BART.
Location Benefits:
- Highly walkable to shopping, dining, and public transit.
- Family-friendly community with a blend of convenience and character.
- Ideal for entertaining and comfortable living in a sought-after Oakland neighborhood.