Property Overview:
5608 Balboa Dr is a single-family home in Oakland, CA, built in 1941. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,713 sq. ft. of living space, with a parking garage. The estimated home value is $1,211,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 18.7% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 14.6% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Montclair Elementary, Montera Middle, and Piedmont High.- Average SAT score: 1204 (619 Math, 585 English)—higher than state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 76.7% white-collar jobs, 23.4% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 35,488 (4.1% growth since 2000).
- 52.2% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (16.34%), followed by 45-54 years (15.89%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 43.4°F (January), 73.9°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 30.5 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $107,487.
- Average annual spending: $70,704.
Property Features:
- Panoramic 180-degree unblocked BAY views from a peaceful, quiet Montclair neighborhood.
- Excellent floor plan with potential expansion downstairs.
- New interior and exterior paint, new flooring, new appliances, and new kitchen cabinets.
- Downstairs family room can be used as a third bedroom.
- Spacious, flat backyard—ideal for a garden with fruit trees and vegetables.
- Five-minute drive to Montclair’s vibrant downtown, restaurants, retail, and grocery stores.
- Lifestyle upgrade: Described as a healing paradise and perfect for those seeking tranquility and stunning views.
Location Benefits:
- Commuter-friendly: Quick access to downtown Montclair and local amenities.
- Family-oriented community with top-rated schools and active job market.
- Ideal for entertaining, gardening, and enjoying scenic Oakland Hills living.