Property Overview:
661 Calmar Ave is a single-family home in the Crocker Highlands / Lower Hills District of Oakland, CA 94610. Built in 1917, it features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and 1,571 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a detached one-car garage, basement storage, and is currently valued at approximately $1,738,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 16.6% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 13.1% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
- Nearby schools: Oakland High School, Wildwood Elementary, Edna Brewer Middle School.
- Average SAT score: 860 (Math: 447, English: 413), below state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 72% white-collar jobs, 28% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.8% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 30,328 (1.4% growth since 2000).
- 41.6% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (20.8%), second largest: 35-44 years (18.91%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 43.6°F (January), 73.3°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 30 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $68,310.
- Average annual spending: $52,203.
Property Features:
- Charming traditional home with high ceilings, wood floors, and period details.
- Kitchen: Updated with Viking stove, built-ins, stainless appliances, and a breakfast nook overlooking the patio/garden.
- Living Room: Fireplace, hardwood and tile flooring, abundant natural light.
- Bedrooms:
- 2 upstairs bedrooms with Oakland skyline views.
- 1 main floor room with half bath (flexible as office/bedroom).
- Bathroom: Stylishly updated, shower over tub, window.
- Storage: Basement and large detached garage.
- Laundry: In basement.
- Heating/Cooling: Forced air heating, central cooling (1 zone).
- Roof: Composition/other.
- No pool.
- Walk Score: 86 (very walkable).
Location Benefits:
- Tree-lined street in desirable Crocker Highlands.
- Close to Lakeshore & Grand Avenues, Lake Merritt, shopping, dining, and public transit.
- Family-friendly community with a blend of comfort, convenience, and natural beauty.
- Commuter access to major Bay Area destinations.