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Community staying power in Castlemont
East Oakland’s Castlemont neighborhood is situated at the base of Oakland Hills. For many Oakland residents, their community and family are centered in Oakland, and that drives homebuying in the area, especially for buyers who grew up in east Oakland. “People don’t want to leave their family members,” says Jim Garrett, a Realtor with Better Homes Realty/McArthur who’s been selling Bay Area real estate for 40 years. “Their doctors are here; their businesses are here. If they move an hour away from Oakland they don’t want to make that commute.”
Castlemont is a stone's throw away from the beautiful Oakland hills.
Castlemont sits at the entrance to Oakland from San Leandro.
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Getting around Castlemont
Castlemont has plenty of access to public transportation, be it the Bay Area Rapid Transit at the nearby Oakland Coliseum or the San Francisco Bay Ferry. Castlemont is several blocks back from International Blvd, the area’s main drag. It’s home to many of the area’s businesses and leads drivers throughout Oakland and beyond. Living in Castlemont cuts down on the commute to see friends, family, and to get to work, even if it means a lower mortgage payment. “If they move away they could get a cheaper house,” says Garrett. “But, they don’t want that hour and a half commute five or six days a week.” For international travel, the Oakland International Airport is about four miles away. The San Leandro Hospital is also about four miles from Castlemont.
The Oakland Coliseum BART station connects Castlemont to the greater Bay Area.
Castlemont residents can take the Harbor Bay Ferry to get to San Francisco.
The AC Transit bus system connects Castlemont to nearby cities.
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Around the world on International Boulevard
Local restaurants, shops and street vendors line International Blvd, the area’s main thoroughfare. Reina’s Restaurant and Dixon’s are two well-known spots on the strip. “They have some good restaurants on International Blvd,” says Garrett. And for more extensive shopping trips, residents can head to Foothill Square Shopping Center, which is less than a mile away. Groceries area available at Foods Co., clothes and other goods can be found at Ross, and there are a few casual restaurants like Happy Hot Dog, Happy Donuts or Ben’s Burgers.
Castlemont residents can shop for groceries at the local Foods Co. in Foothill Square.
Castlemont residents love to grab a delicious hot dog at Happy Dogies Hot Dogs.
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Pocket parks and hiking trails
Verdese Carter Park has a recreation center, walking loop and multi-purpose sports courts. People also walk to the 85th and 88th avenue mini-parks to relax on the parks’ benches and get fresh air. For more involved outdoor time, Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park has extensive hiking and biking trails and is about eight miles away.
Verdese Carter Park is the perfect place for Castlemont residents to enjoy an afternoon picnic.
Redwood trees are close to Castlemont at the Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park.
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20th century residential castles
Remodeled bungalows and updated craftsmen properties line the streets in Castlemont. Some properties were built in the early 20th century and have since been remodeled. Single family homes go for between $500,000 and $700,000, and multifamily properties go for between $500,000 and $800,000.
Castlemont's homes are mostly gated to keep residents safe.
Castlemont homes come in a variety of styles, including craftsman, and California bungalows.
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Oakland Unified School District
The area is served by the Oakland Unified School District, which has a B-minus rating on Niche. Highland Community and Elmhurst United Middle Schools both have C-minus ratings on Niche. Castlemont High School has a C rating and a medieval-style exterior, and the school’s mascot is a knight.
Castlemont High School is the namesake for the Castlemont neighborhood.
East Oakland Pride Elementary School believes in preparing Castlemont's students to be proud.
Elmhurst United Middle School provides Castlemont students with a well-rounded education.
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Animal house around the corner
The Oakland Zoo is about a mile away and houses animals like American bison, red-tailed hawks and America’s favorite, bald eagles. The California Trail is one of the Oakland Zoo’s unique aspects. It offers hiking paths, places to camp and even a floating gondola that runs along a wire above the zoo.
Castlemont's Oakland Zoo is dedicated to promoting animal welfare, conservation, and education.
Castlemont's nearby Oakland Zoo has playful rides and colorful games for kids of all ages.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Castlemont
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Castlemont Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Castlemont, Oakland sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Castlemont, Oakland over the last 12 months is $475,000, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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