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Alameda’s largest beachside community
Along Alameda Bay is South Shore, where residents come to enjoy a laid-back coastal haven in California’s East Bay region. The neighborhood is home to family-friendly beaches, shoreside mall shopping and sweeping bay views. “From South Shore, you can access the beach right away, so it’s a great location,” says Xuxia Wang, a local realtor with Compass who has been living in the Bay Area for almost 20 years. “People can walk out their door and jog, do yoga along the beach or go kayaking. I used to live here and could carry my paddleboard across the street and over to the beach.” With around 80,000 residents, South Shore also gets attention for its excellent public schools and Bay Area affordable homes that showcase a 1950s aesthetic, including mid-century and bungalow houses built during this time. South Shore offers residents a slice of the iconic California lifestyle and a waterside refuge from the hustle and bustle of the San Francisco Bay Area. “I think once people decide to live here on the shoreline, they can’t leave because you feel like you are living in a vacation home,” Wang says. “You just can’t get enough of the view, and every day it changes, from sunrise to sunset, when the water switches from different blues to yellow tones depending on the weather — it’s all so beautiful.”
There are homes in South Shore that are placed right by the canal.
South Shore's neighborhood has a variety of homes along the water.
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Wind-swept beaches and multi-purpose parks
South Shore has an abundance of outdoor recreational areas. Franklin Park is located within the neighborhood, encompassed by mature grand trees and clusters of rose bushes. This small recreation area has a popular playground designed for younger kids, plus athletic fields and courts. Locals can take an afternoon stroll along the site’s paved walking trails or throw a frisbee out on the park’s large open green space. Nearby, the manicured Washington Park features playing fields, a playground, tennis courts and a duck pond. It also has jogging and walking trails for outdoor exercise and is adjacent to Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach. This highly popular wind-swept beach spans 2.5 miles, where parasailers float high above the water, and a bike trail borders gentle dunes. Located at the park's east end is the Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary, where residents can observe aquatic birds and other salt marsh creatures. At the north end of the beach is Crab Cove, a popular marine reserve.
Alameda Beach is a popular destination on weekends in South Shore.
Washington Park In South Shore is a popular place to play basketball.
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Beach condos and lagoon-facing homes
South Shore has Alameda’s longest uninterrupted shoreline, paved with the three-mile Shore Line Drive. This street features most of the neighborhood’s high-rise condominiums, primarily built in the 1960s and early ‘70s and overlooking the water. Single-family homes are found along the blocks perpendicular to Shore Line Drive. These wide, tree-lined streetscapes with narrowly paved sidewalks make way for a variety of housing styles. Mostly built in the 1950s and early ‘60s, typical styles include mid-century homes, California bungalows, Queen Anne’s and colonial revivals. Within some of the residential neighborhoods, there are lagoon-front homes that feature private docks, allowing direct access to the water. Residents can even kayak or paddleboard around the neighborhood. Home prices range from $900,000 to $3 Million, while condos range from $450,000 for a one-bedroom condo and up to $920,000 for a three-bedroom condo.
Shore Line Drive in Alameda has a large selection of condos.
South Shore has homes with stunning waterfront views.
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Sandcastle contests and a summer concert series
One of the most popular South Shore events of the year is the Sandcastle and Sand Sculpture Contest at the Crowne Park Memorial State Park. Local participants can design intricate sand sculptures along the beach, and visitors can vote for the best creations. Other events throughout the year often take place at South Shore Center. Here, residents can enjoy a Fourth of July Family Festival with live performances, face painting, stilt performers and local vendors. The center also sets up an ice rink for locals to enjoy during the winter months and puts on a Summer Beats concert series during the summer with live music performances from a variety of local artists and bands.
Shopping and Dining
Residents are surrounded by shopping and dining, with South Shore Center being the most prominent shopping destination in the neighborhood. Steps away from Alameda Beach, this open-air shopping center features 594,000 square feet of dining, shopping and entertainment options. Big-box stores like Ulta, Home Goods and TJ Maxx can be found here, along with fast-casual eateries like MOD Pizza and popular spots for local authentic eats like Monkey Thai. Residents can also pick up groceries here at the Trader Joe’s or Safeway. Outside of the Center, Julie’s Coffee and Tea Garden on Park Street is a quaint, garden-style spot known for its tea varieties and sustainable veg-driven fare. Around the corner, the highly rated Sidestreet Pho serves up all kinds of Vietnamese noodle soups. One of the most popular restaurants in South Shore is Trabocco, where residents can enjoy world-class Italian cuisine in an open, airy atmosphere. “Everyone loves this place,” says Wang. “It's one of the best restaurants in South Shore.” For a late-night option, the tiki lounge Forbidden Island is a mile outside of the neighborhood on Lincoln Avenue, offering retro tropical drinks within island-themed interior digs.
Ole's Waffle house in Alameda is a local favorite for residents and visitors to the island city.
Julie's Coffee and Tea Garden has a variety of delicious drinks.
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Public schools with high marks
Alameda’s public schools are top-rated across the board. Students can attend Franklin Elementary School, which gets an A-rating from Niche, followed by the A-rated Encinal Junior/Senior High School. High schoolers can attend the A-plus-rated Alameda High School, which offers extensive AP courses and over 70 social clubs, including Asian Cultural Unity, STEM Outreach and Competitive Sailing Club.
Otis Elementary School Serves the Young Kids in South Shores Neighborhood
Wood Middle School serves the South Shore neighborhood.
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Main thoroughfare and ferry access
With Interstate 880 located to the east, South Shore is connected to Oakland by two of the city’s three bridges, Park Street and Fruitvale Avenue. The Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal is just three miles from South Shore and takes residents directly to the San Francisco Ferry Building or Jack London Square in Oakland. The closest BART stations are in Oakland (Fruitvale Avenue and Lake Merritt), and the Oakland International Airport is less than five miles south of the neighborhood.
San Francisco Bay Ferries serve Alameda residents with an excellent commute option.
San Francisco Bay Ferries serve Alameda residents with an excellent commute option.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
South Shore
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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South Shore Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Shore, Alameda sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in South Shore, Alameda over the last 12 months is $1,200,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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