Property Overview:
861 32nd St is a Queen Anne-style single-family home in West Oakland, CA 94608, built in 1910. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and between 1,401–2,309 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes hardwood floors, an open floor plan, a spacious master suite with deck access, a remodeled kitchen, and a huge unfinished basement with potential for additional living space or ADU. The estimated home value ranges from $504,400 to $725,100.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 24.8% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 26.9% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Vincent Academy, McClymonds High, Home and Hospital Program, and West Oakland Middle.- Average SAT score: 776 (389 Math, 387 English), below state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 55.8% white-collar jobs, 44.2% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 7.3% (higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 23,117 (3.7% growth since 2000).
- 48.9% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25–34 years (23.34%); second largest: 35–44 years (17.05%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 44.2°F (January), 73.6°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 29.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $46,298.
- Average annual spending: $40,718.
Property Features:
- Beautifully remodeled with modern updates and timeless Queen Anne charm.
- Open-concept living/dining/kitchen with center island and direct access to a large, private deck—ideal for entertaining.
- Primary suite with deck access for indoor-outdoor living.
- Three well-separated bedrooms for flexible use (guests, office, etc.).
- Huge unfinished basement with space for workshop, storage, laundry, or potential ADU.
- Parking garage included.
- Special financing options available (as little as 3% down, 6.123% interest rate).
Location Benefits:
- Central location near Uptown Oakland, Temescal, Longfellow, and Emeryville.
- Easy access to BART, major freeways, schools, shopping, cafes, and medical centers (Kaiser, Pill Hill).
- Walkable to parks (Grove Shafter Park), grocery stores, coffee shops, and restaurants.
- Ideal for urban living with a blend of historic character and modern convenience.