Property Overview:
838 Prospect Ave is a single-family home in Oakland, CA, built in 1918. It features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,774 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a detached garage with studio space and sits on a 5,100 sq. ft. lot. The estimated home value is $1,437,000.
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 include Cleveland Elementary, Oakland High, and Edna Brewer Middle.- Average SAT score: 860 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 72.0% white-collar jobs, 28.0% 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 (18.9%).
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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 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $68,310.
- Average annual spending: $52,203.
Property Features:
- Haddon Hill Cape Cod style with grand proportions.
- Library, sweeping stairwell, and formal dining room.
- Huge kitchen with modern amenities and sun porch.
- Gleaming hardwood floors throughout.
- Detached garage with studio/bonus room above (ideal for office, studio, or guest suite).
- Large enclosed garden and ample outdoor space for entertaining.
- Front porch perfect for relaxing and reading.
- Recently upgraded for comfort and style.
Location Benefits:
- Blocks to Lake Merritt and Lakeshore shopping district.
- Easy access to freeways (North and South) and public transit (within two blocks).
- Vibrant Cleveland Heights neighborhood with a mix of families and young professionals.
- Ideal for outdoor fun, entertaining al fresco, and urban living.