Why Live in Claremont Hills
Claremont Hills has transformed since the Oakland firestorm over three decades ago, into an upscale suburb featuring multi-million-dollar homes and scenic vistas overlooking the city. The neighborhood offers a mix of midcentury Craftsman homes and modern, Mediterranean-inspired estates with terracotta roof tiles and expansive glass windows. The Claremont Canyon regional nature preserve offers challenging hikes and panoramic views, while Garber Park provides a more relaxed 1-mile loop trail. Grizzly Peak is a popular spot for sunset views, and the nearby Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve has unique hiking trails with its extinct volcano and hidden labyrinths.
Exclusive attractions include the historic Claremont Club and Spa, which offers fitness amenities, events, and outdoor pools. The Claremont Country Club features an 18-hole golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, and two outdoor pools. Within the neighborhood, there's also the Highlands Country Club, which provides pools, tennis courts, and a putting green. For entertainment, residents can visit the Rialto Cinemas in nearby Elmwood for indie films.
Students have access to highly-rated schools, including Chabot Elementary School, Oakland Technical High, and the private Bentley School. Limewood Bar and Restaurant serves food at the Claremont Club and Spa, and Peet’s Coffee on Claremont Avenue is a local favorite spot. For groceries, there's a Safeway and Trader Joe’s in Rockridge, and a Whole Foods in Elmwood. The Rockridge BART station is less than 3 miles away, for access to San Francisco, which is 18 miles away. Downtown Oakland is about 9 miles away, and the Oakland International Airport is less than 15 miles from the neighborhood. The Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center is less than 5 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Claremont Hills a good place to live?
Claremont Hills is a good place to live. Claremont Hills is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Claremont Hills is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Claremont Hills has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.9 people per acre and a median age of 52. The average household income is $187,945 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 87.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Claremont Hills are home owners, with 23.7% of residents renting and 76.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Claremont Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Claremont Hills neighborhood guide.
Is Claremont Hills, CA a safe neighborhood?
Claremont Hills, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Claremont Hills?
The median home price in Claremont Hills is $1,499,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $299,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.22%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $7,360 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $315K a year to afford the median home price in Claremont Hills. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Claremont Hills is $188K.
What are the best public schools in Claremont Hills?
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Are home prices dropping in Claremont Hills?
Yes, home prices in Claremont Hills are down 2% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Claremont Hills, CA
On average, homes in Claremont Hills, Oakland sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Claremont Hills, Oakland over the last 12 months is $1,730,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,730,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,932,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$500,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$375,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$633
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
60
Median List Price
$1,499,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%