Property Overview:
733 Carlston Ave is a single-family home in Oakland, CA, built in 1926. It features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2,532 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and has an estimated value of $1,925,000 (last sold for $1,350,000 in 2016).
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 include Crocker Highlands Elementary, Oakland High, and Edna Brewer Middle.- Average SAT score: 860 (447 Math, 413 English), 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: 30.0 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $68,310.
- Average annual spending: $52,203.
Property Features:
- Traditional charm with modern updates and exquisite woodwork throughout.
- Updated kitchen: Stainless steel appliances, granite/quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and tile backsplash.
- Spacious living room with gas fireplace and elegant dining room with garden views.
- Breakfast room with treetop views and access to a private deck—ideal for al fresco dining.
- Powder room with designer touches on the main level.
- Upstairs:
- 3 bedrooms with great light and neighborhood outlooks.
- Renovated hall bath: Soaking tub, frameless glass shower, matte gold fixtures.
- Lower level:
- 4th bedroom, full bath, den with garden access, and updated laundry/craft room with generous storage.
- Additional highlights: Balconies, newer dual-pane windows, EV charger, private yard with no neighbors to front or one side.
- Location: Minutes from Crocker Highlands Elementary, Lakeshore Ave shops/restaurants, and Bay Bridge access to San Francisco.
Location Benefits:
- Desirable Crocker Highlands neighborhood with tree-lined streets and architectural charm.
- Family-friendly community with a significant percentage of families with children.
- Convenient access to top-rated schools, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes.
- Private, tranquil setting with mature landscaping and outdoor living spaces.