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Close to downtown Oakland and affordable
The Buddha of Oakland is a 2-foot-tall statue that sits in a shrine at East 19th Street and 11th Avenue, about a half-mile from the neighborhood of Bella Vista in the city's East Lake area. Erected in 2009 by a longtime resident who was tired of the crime and trash accumulation near his home, the hope was that it would inspire residents to stop littering. It worked, and the statue also started receiving offerings of flowers and oranges from neighbors. This ripple effect of good can be felt throughout East Lake, so much so that the crime rate initially dropped 82% during the statue’s early days and has stayed relatively low. Bella Vista, for example, scores a 3 out of 10 on the CAP Index, a point lower than the national average. Bella Vista is also relatively affordable: "There's more entry-level housing here than in other neighborhoods," says Rich Fleming, the managing partner at Realty One Group Future and longtime Oakland resident. Homes here start at around $700,000, while in adjacent Cleveland Heights, similar homes start at over $1 million.
Bella Vista Park is the centerpiece gem of the the Bella Vista neighborhood close to downtown.
A row of beautiful single-family homes in Bella Vista come at competitive prices.
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Craftsmans, bungalows and an occasional Victorian
Houses date back to the early and mid-20th century and include Craftsman-style homes, bungalows and the occasional “Painted Lady” Victorian. Many have been updated with modern amenities while maintaining period details such as ornate trim, ornamental porches and bay windows. Homes often feature privacy fences in their small front yards, short driveways and the occasional garage. Tall trees dot the narrow, hilly streets and sidewalks are plentiful throughout the neighborhood, making it very walkable. Most homes have three or four bedrooms and can vary in price based on how much updating they need, with prices typically ranging from $700,000 to $1.4 million. Some larger houses have been converted into multiunit buildings; both these and single-family homes appeal to the 70% of renters in the community.
Stroll through Bella Vista and you will see several Craftsman homes.
Some of the bungalows in Bella Vista are full of color and character.
Bella Vista has several older fenced off homes that remain in excellent condition.
Some of the oldest homes in Bella Vista are the charming Victorian homes.
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Residents gather at Bella Vista Park, close to Lake Merritt
At the center of the neighborhood is Bella Vista Park. This family-friendly community space was renovated in 2006 after a long battle to secure the funds needed to transform it from a state of disrepair into the gathering spot it is today. It offers a playground where kids play on weekends, a community garden where residents grow vegetables and picnic tables beneath a canopy of trees. Nearby Lake Merritt is also a go-to for outdoor activities. "People like to walk the perimeter for exercise, and on weekends, it's common to see people picnicking and barbecuing," Fleming says.
The front gate to Bella Vista Park is a piece of art for the Bella Vista neighborhood.
Local kids love showing off their skateboarding skills in Bella Vista.
Bella Vista Park has a community garden where residents can grow vegetables.
For more outdoor activities for Bella Vista residents, Lake Merritt is just 2 miles west.
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Shopping and dining in nearby neighborhoods
Some of the city's more interesting restaurants and bars surround the neighborhood. Along Fruitvale Avenue, La Perla serves authentic Puerto Rican dishes, and Shaan offers both north and south Indian cuisines. At the nearby Grand Lake shopping district, foodies flock to Café Romanat for Ethiopian dishes and Bardo Lounge, a supper club inspired by 1960s-era dinner parties, with retro menu items to match. Xochi the Dog Café is a popular neighborhood gathering spot. Lower Diamond, about a mile and a half away, has a Safeway, Farmer Joe’s and CVS. Highland Hospital is also nearby, giving residents quick access to medical care.
Bella Vista locals head east towards Lower Diamond to do their shopping along Fruitvale Avenue.
Locals in Bella Vista do most of their groceries at the nearby Farmer Joe's.
Bella Vista residents shop for essentials at CVS on Fruitvale Avenue.
Nearby Bella Vista is La Perla Restaurant, which serves authentic Puerto Rican dishes.
At Grand Lake, nearby Bella Vista, foodies flock to Café Romanat for Ethiopian dishes.
Xochi the Dog Café is a popular Bella Vista gathering spot for dog owners and visitors alike.
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Oakland High School gives students ways to get involved
The Oakland Unified School District serves the neighborhood and kids often start kindergarten at Bella Vista Elementary School, which has a C-plus on Niche and is walkable from many homes. After that, they head to the B-rated Edna Brewer Middle School and the B-minus-rated Oakland High. Oakland High offers clubs and organizations, including Computer Science Club, Anime Club and Gaming Club.
Bella Vista Elementary School in Oakland gets a 6 out of 10 on Great Schools.
Edna Brewer Middle in Oakland has about 800 students enrolled.
Oakland High School in Highland Terrace prepares students into a 4 year college.
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I-580 close to the neighborhood
Interstate 580 is just a few blocks away, providing residents easy access to the rest of the Bay Area. Downtown Oakland is about 3 miles away, Berkeley is 6 miles and San Francisco is 13 miles. While Alameda-Contra Costa (AC) Transit bus stops dot 13th Avenue and East 24th Street, public transportation within the neighborhood is less robust than in other Oakland neighborhoods, so most residents rely on their cars to get around.
Bella Vista residents take advantage of the many Alameda-Contra Costa (AC) Transit bus stops.
Bella Vista is connected to downtown Oakland just minutes away via the 580 freeway.
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Parks in this Area
San Antonio Park
Pine Knoll Park
Lake
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Bella Vista Park
Basketball
Skateboard
Playground
Central Reservoir Recreation Area
Oak Grove Park
Trails
Manzanita Recreation Center
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
15 min drive
Bus
E 24th St & 10th Av
Bus
E 24th St & 12th Av
Bella Vista Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bella Vista, Oakland sell after 1 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Bella Vista, Oakland over the last 12 months is $812,500, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,246
Median Age
41
Population Density
25 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$107,500
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$126,789
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.3%
College Graduates
54.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.9%
% Population in Labor Force
80.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
70/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
57/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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