9870 Elmar Ave, Oakland, CA 94603, USA

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Property Overview:

9870 Elmar Ave is a single-family home in Oakland, CA 94603, built in 1947. The property features 2–3 bedrooms, 1–2 bathrooms, and 1,633–1,745 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,000 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a parking garage, ample off-street parking, and a large backyard with mature fruit trees (blood orange, apple, lemon, lime). The estimated home value is $731,700.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 27.7% (higher than state average of 11.8%)
    • Property crime risk: 23% (higher than state average of 10.8%)
    • 29 criminal and sex offenders reside within 1 mile

  • Schools:

    • Nearby schools: Reach Academy, Elmhurst Community Prep, Castlemont High, Elmhurst United Middle, Sojourner Truth Independent Study
    • Below average performance; state average SAT score: 975

  • Job Market:

    • 53.4% blue-collar jobs, 46.6% white-collar jobs
    • Unemployment rate: 9.4% (higher than state average of 4.7%)

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 26,597 (0.8% growth since 2000)
    • 74.8% families with children
    • Largest age group: 25–34 years (15.86%), second largest: 35–44 years (14.29%)

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Very high earthquake risk
    • Very low tornado risk
    • Minimal flood risk

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 45.4°F (January), 75.2°F (July)
    • Average rainfall: 24.2 inches/year
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $40,467
    • Average annual spending: $37,455

Property Features:

  • Spacious layout:
    • Large master bedroom and bath upstairs
    • Two smaller bedrooms and full bath downstairs
    • Bonus room in back (den/rumpus/flex space)
  • Modern updates:
    • Updated kitchen with gas range, exhaust hood, dishwasher, refrigerator, and garbage disposal
    • In-unit washer and dryer
    • New electrical, plumbing, and appliances (in some listings)
  • Outdoor amenities:
    • Large backyard with artificial turf, fruit trees, and patio
    • Detached cottage (potential office/workshop/ADU)
    • Ample storage unit in backyard
  • Parking:
    • One-car garage and plenty of off-street parking
  • Pet-friendly:
    • Cats and dogs allowed; $200 refundable deposit per pet, $35/month pet fee
  • Resident Benefits Package ($45/month):
    • $250,000 Personal Liability Protection
    • $20,000 Personal Belongings Protection
    • Credit Booster, 24/7 Support, Accidental Damage & Lockout Reimbursement
  • Security deposit: Amount determined by owner

Location Benefits:

  • Convenient to Oakland and San Leandro:
    • Close to parks, shops, dining, and Oakland Zoo
  • Commuter-friendly:
    • Easy access to public transportation and major highways
  • Move-in ready:
    • Turnkey with inspection clearances and compliance certificates (in some listings)
  • Potential for ADU in backyard

Note:

  • AS IS SALE; offer dates and terms may vary by listing
  • Beware of scams: All payments processed securely through official portals
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Price and Status History

date type price
1970-01-01 Off Market NaN
1979-07-30 Off Market 39500
2020-01-14 For Sale 499000
2020-01-15 For Sale 499000
2020-02-01 Pending NaN
2020-03-04 Sold 520000
2020-06-19 For Sale 669500
2020-07-29 Sold 695000
2022-01-28 For Sale NaN
2024-11-18 Off Market 3900
2024-11-19 Off Market NaN
2024-12-06 Rental 3900
2025-02-26 For Sale 730000
2025-04-10 For Sale 715000
2025-05-02 For Sale 695000
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
OAKLAND AVIATION SCHOOL MERCURY RELEASE 9859 MacArthur Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94605-4854, USA N N RO 0 CAN000908777 0.05
ELTRA CORP PRESTOLITE BATTERY OAKLAND & 98th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94603, USA N N NF 0 CAD980637169 0.20
VERDESE CARTER PARK 96th Avenue & SUNNYSIDE, Oakland, CA 94603, USA N N NF 0 CAD980496913 0.33
LAKE CHABOT LANDFILL Golf Links Road, Oakland, CA 94605, USA N N NF 0 CAD983580960 0.87

Toxic Release Inventory

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

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Flood Risk Info

fld_zone very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.2 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles
A 0 0 0 2
AE 0 0 0 2
AH 0 0 0 0
AO 0 0 0 0
VE 0 0 0 0

Flood Zone Type

code meaning
A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
South Hayward Hayward 0 0 1
South Hayward Oakland East 0 1 0
South Hayward San Leandro 0 1 0

Landslide Risk Info

lscat very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.04 miles moderate impact: up to 0.1 miles low-moderate impact: up to 0.2 miles
8 0 0 0 0

Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 0 1

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very High 0 1 0 3
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