Property Overview:
6242 Rockwell St is a single-family home in Oakland, CA, built in 1932. It features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,756 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and has been updated with a modern kitchen and baths.
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 Chabot Elementary, Claremont Middle, and Berkeley Technology Academy.- 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:
- Storybook Tudor in the heart of Rockridge with updated kitchen and baths.
- Stunning gardens, hot tub, and outdoor kitchen—ideal for entertaining.
- Open floor plan with original oak floors, terracotta fireplace, and custom built-ins.
- Kitchen: Wraparound breakfast bar and cozy nook, flowing into family/dining space.
- Backyard: Lush, private oasis with Birds of Paradise, citrus trees (fig, persimmon, lemon, mandarin), and herb planter (parsley, basil, mint).
- Outdoor amenities: Birdsong, lionhead fountain, swinging bench, and steaming hot tub.
- Bonus room: Lower-level with private entrance—ideal for home office, gym, or multigenerational living.
- Detached studio office for work-from-home flexibility.
- Energy-efficient features: Solar panels, EV charger, Nest thermostat, and security system.
Location Benefits:
- Prime Rockridge location near Berkeley’s Elmwood.
- Minutes from top-rated schools, shops, restaurants, BART, and freeway access.
- Coveted, friendly street—perfect for family living and entertaining.
- Walkable to gourmet food and dining; easy access to public transit and amenities.