Property Overview:
5799 Estates Dr is a single-family home in the Upper Rockridge/Montclair area of Oakland, CA, built in 1948. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,296 sq. ft. of living space on a 6,572 sq. ft. corner lot. The home includes a 2-car attached garage, new roof, new heating and central air, and refinished hardwood floors. The estimated home value is $1,088,915 – $1,149,000. Online bidding starts at $841,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Population:
- Community of 16,714 residents (slight decrease since 2000).
- 53.1% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (17.3%); second largest: 25-34 years (15.4%).
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 29.8% (higher than CA average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 25.6% (higher than CA average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
- Nearby schools: Montclair Elementary, Piedmont Middle, Piedmont High, Hillcrest Elementary, Skyline High, St. Theresa School.
- 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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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $95,774.
- Average annual spending: $66,997.
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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.
Property Features:
- Mid-century ranch style with timeless appeal and modern updates.
- Sunlit living room with garden and hillside views.
- Updated kitchen with tile countertops and modern appliances (dishwasher, gas oven/range, refrigerator, washer, dryer).
- Warm, peaceful bedrooms and spa-like bathrooms.
- Wood-burning fireplace in the living area.
- Beautifully landscaped rear garden with mature plantings—private and serene.
- Flooring: Hardwood, vinyl, tile.
- Central forced air heating and cooling.
- Attached 2-car garage with interior access and automatic opener.
- No HOA fees.
- Public sewer and water.
Location Benefits:
- Prime corner lot in Upper Rockridge/Montclair, a highly desirable Oakland neighborhood.
- Convenient access to Hwy 13 and Montclair Village for shopping and dining.
- Abundant parking (including on nearby streets).
- Perfect for families seeking a peaceful retreat with city amenities nearby.
- Quintessential California living—luxurious, serene, and commuter-friendly.