Property Overview:
6840 Paso Robles Dr is a single-family home in the Montclair Hills of Oakland, CA 94611, designed by Tom Lowe and built in 1989. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2,298 sq. ft. of living space on an 11,238 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a parking garage, vaulted ceilings, and expansive Shepherd Canyon views. The most recent sale was for $1,090,000 (07/01/2020), with a current estimated value around $1,095,000.
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%).
- 1 registered criminal/sex offender within 1 mile.
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Montclair Elementary, Montera Middle, Thornhill Elementary, and Skyline or Piedmont High.- Schools are rated above average.
- Average SAT score: 1204 (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:
- Very high earthquake risk.
- Very low tornado risk.
- Minimal flood 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:
- Contemporary design by Tom Lowe with mid-century and organic modernism influences.
- Dramatic open living room with vaulted ceilings, custom fireplace, hardwood floors, and a wall of windows framing Shepherd Canyon vistas.
- Renovated eat-in chef’s kitchen, fresh interior paint, new carpeting, new exterior entry stairs, and new roof.
- Interior garage access leading to a home office connected to the main living level.
- Main floor:
- Large bedroom and full bath.
- Formal dining room and kitchen.
- Lower level:
- Master retreat with en-suite bath.
- Oversized third bedroom with private deck access.
- Laundry room.
- Bonus room for flexible use.
- Sun-filled, peaceful ambiance with indoor-outdoor flow.
- Upgrades:
- Owned solar with battery backup.
- Electric car charger.
- Central heating and cooling.
- Indoor laundry suite with washer/dryer.
- Custom built-in solid wood furniture for added craftsmanship.
Location Benefits:
- Nestled in the Montclair Hills with sweeping canyon views.
- Moments from Montclair Village, top dining, and Highways 13 & 24.
- Commuter-friendly and close to outdoor recreation.
- Above-average schools and a family-oriented community.
- Ideal for those seeking a blend of timeless design and modern luxury.