Urban activity surrounds historic homes in downtown Oakland
Homes are hard to come by in the neighborhood of Broadway-Valdez, but those who secure a spot find themselves in the ultimate urban environment with work, shopping and recreation opportunities often within walking distance or a BART ride away. This lively neighborhood at the northwest tip of Lake Merritt has been transformed. New, mixed-use, multi-family buildings line the Broadway corridor between Grand Avenue and the MacArthur Freeway alongside some older, historic buildings. It’s a prime location between Oakland's downtown and trendy cultural destinations in the Grand Lake District. “Broadway-Valdez was an industrial warehouse area until twenty or thirty years ago,” says Rich Fleming, a Realtor with Realty ONE Group Future and a longtime resident of the area. “It’s really turned over. There’s not a ton of single-family housing. You have a mix of art galleries and restaurants and there are a lot more rentals there. And it’s close to popular night life spots.”
Broadway-Valdez neighborhood is at the northwest tip of Lake Merritt .
Residents can enjoy the peace and tranquility of Lake Merritt.
Find your forever home among tall buildings in Broadway-Valdez, Oakland.
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Restaurants, bars and Gregory’s Gourmet Desserts
Whole Foods is right across Bay Place, a 5-minute walk from most residences. Eateries are clustered on 23rd Street and Grand Avenue, including Calabash, Todos Cantina, and Gregory’s Gourmet Desserts, which sells key lime pie and other desserts out of a basement. The owner of alaMar Dominican Kitchen appeared on Top Chef and now serves up favorites like Dominican Chimi Smashburgers. Cocktails are available at several bars, such as Sandbar and Viridian, located on the ground level of some of the mixed-use buildings. Clothing boutiques dot Broadway—McMullen and lululemon among them. A block away, the New Parkway Theater creates a comfortable dining experience in front of full-size movie screens. Dozens more restaurants and shops are just south in downtown Oakland.
The owner of alaMar Dominican Kitchen appeared on Top Chef and serves Smashburgers.
Locals eat at Agave Uptown in Broadway-Valdez.
Gourmet Desserts sells key lime pie and other desserts out of a basement in Broadway-Valdez.
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Homes are few and far between
A few historic homes near Lake Merritt are mixed in with new urban development, including blocks of pastel row homes built in the early 1900s. Many feature ornate trim, shaker siding and bay windows, while some have large Craftsman-style porches. These homes run from $650,000 to $1.1 million. Broadway-Valdez scores a 7 out of 10 on the CAP Crime Index, higher than the national average of 4.
Broadway-Valdez residents have a small but lovely selection of houses to choose from.
Broadway-Valdez has many new urban development places to live.
A handful of single family homes some have Craftsman-style porches in Broadway-Valdez.
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Lake Merritt offers a variety of recreational activities
With its proximity to Lake Merritt, the neighborhood is ideal for those who like to spend time outdoors. The walking trails and bike paths are well-used, and boating, sailing and gondola rides are available. The Gardens at Lake Merritt is a waterfront park with a half-dozen themed gardens and blooming floral landscapes. Crowds fill the Lake Merritt Amphitheater on the southern shore of the lake for events like Juneteenth and Oakland Vegfest in October. Also nearby is Snow Park, which has picnic tables, a playground and a putting green with views of the lake.
Locals love the scenery found at Lakeside Park in the heart of Oakland.
The Gardens at Lake Merritt is a true gem at Lake Merritt in Oakland.
Oakland locals get their daily exercise in at Snow Park.
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School choice district provides range of options for students
Broadway-Valdez students can take advantage of Oakland’s school-of-choice system, which lets parents apply for the school their child will attend. Nearby schools include Lincoln Elementary School, which is graded B-plus by Niche, C-minus-rated Westlake Middle School and A-rated Oakland Technical High School. Less than a mile east of Broadway-Valdez is A-rated AIMS College Prep, a public charter school serving kindergarten through 12th grade. In 2024, the senior class had a 100% college acceptance rate for the fifteenth year in a row.
Lincoln Elementary School is a great public school option.
Oakland Techical High School located in Temescal.
Westlake Middle School located in Oakland, CA.
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Walkability and regional access in central city neighborhood
Public transit is a major perk for area residents. The neighborhood is located between two major train stops, the 19th Street BART station and the MacArthur BART station. Buses stop on Broadway and Grand Avenues. Interstates 980 and 580 are a few blocks away, providing access to San Francisco across the Bay Bridge and Fremont to the south. Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center is less than a mile north. The Oakland International Airport is 10 miles south.
Residents take their furry friend for a walk through Snow Park in Oakland.
I-980 and 580 are a few blocks away from Broadway-Valdez, providing access to San Francisco.
Broadway-Valdez has lots of public transportation options.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,504
Median Age
37
Population Density
75 ppl/acre
Population under 18
13.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$126,562
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$174,250
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.2%
College Graduates
95.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
46.6%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
98/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
98/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
75/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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