On the southeast side of Oakland, Columbia Gardens offers a modest alternative to the larger, more expensive Bay Area neighborhoods. "Columbia Gardens is a budget-friendly neighborhood that is perfect for commuters," says Rosel Trolan, a Realtor from Century 21 with 20 years of experience. "It's close to the I-880 as well as Oakland International Airport, only five minutes from home." Surrounded by ample places to shop, dine and explore and many ways to travel around, Columbia Gardens continues to grow.
Homes in Columbia Gardens offers a stylish and comfortable living environment.
Highway 880 is located next to Columbia Gardens neighborhood.
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Modest bungalows and Traditional homes
Residential areas are populated with many single-story bungalows and minimalist Traditional homes. Exteriors often surround fencing and narrow sidewalks. Home prices range between $465,000 and $885,000. The CAP Index gives the neighborhood an overall score of 6, slightly higher than the national average of 4. However, the neighborhood scored an 8 for motor vehicle theft and a 7 for robbery, which is much higher than the national average.
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Minimal Traditional homes are available in Columbia Gardens neighborhood.
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Flavors from East Bay to abroad
The local restaurants range all over from the familiar and laidback to international and trendy. HegenBurger, quirkily named for the nearby street of the same name, serves casual American food. Royal Kitchen’s traditional Indian cuisine provides a rich taste of Southeast Asia. Yoshino Sushi serves fresh sushi, plenty of vegetarian options and cocktails in an elegant dining space. Barbecued meats are the specialty and pride of World Champion Smokehouse & Market. For grocery shopping, residents head to Costco Wholesale and Walmart, both located by the West Gate San Leandro mall which has even more shopping and dining options.
Columbia Gardens residents can enjoy fresh sushi at Yoshino Sushi.
Tasty Curry can be found in Columbia Gardens at Royal Kitchen
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The many parks around Columbia Gardens
Deer, coyotes and redwood trees are common sights at nearby William “Bill” Patterson Park. Located within the same complex as the park are the East Oakland Sports Center and Ira Jinkins Community Center. Both include indoor and outdoor athletic facilities as well as afterschool care and seasonal camps for children. Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline is west of the neighborhood and has trails, picnic areas and boat launches. San Leandro Bay is northwest of the neighborhood and offers plenty of shoreline for bird watching and hiking. The Arrowhead Marsh Boardwalk and Trail and the Metropolitan Golf Links course are both close by for more recreational options.
Martin Luther King Jr Regional Shoreline is the is a local hot spot in Columbia Gardens.
San Leandro Bay in Oakland is the best birds watching place.
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Progressive education
Brookfield Elementary School has a C-minus rating from Niche and serves kindergarten through 5th grade. Coliseum College Prep Academy, rated B, serves 6th through 12th grade. Plus, its Community Leadership Pathway teaches computer science courses in tandem with social justice courses to create a dynamic and hyper-modern education program.
Brookfield Library and museum events
The Brookfield branch of the Oakland Public Library sits on 98th Avenue, right next door to William “Bill” Patterson Park. Whether it’s an art workshop led by teachers from the Museum of Children’s Art (MOCHA) or a Play Café and Storytime for kids, there’s always a fun program to attend and a green space to run around in afterward. The Oakland Aviation Museum is also nearby, located at a vintage hangar at Oakland International Airport. The museum aims to teach visitors about the historic North Field and several days each year are Open Cockpit Days where guests can view the aircraft from the cockpit and join in on several fun activities. Finally, the massive Oakland Coliseum, a premier venue to both major sports teams and entertainers alike, is just less than 3 miles away.
Freeway travel, public transit and airport access
Interstate 880 borders the eastern side of Columbia Gardens, running parallel to the eastern shores of San Francisco Bay. This interstate allows drivers to reach as far as San Jose, bridging Alameda County to Silicon Valley. Public transit is provided by the Alameda-Contra Costa (AC) buses that wind through the neighborhood. Oakland International Airport is just a mile away, making it quick and easy to catch flights nearby.
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Parks in this Area
Siempre Verde Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Cherry Grove Park
Martin Luther King Jr Regional Shoreline
Columbia Gardens Park
William "Bill" Patterson Park
Cherrywood Park
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
5 min drive
Bus
Empire Rd & Wistar Rd
Bus
Hegenberger Lp & Hegenberger Rd
Bus
Cairo Rd & Empire Rd
Bus
Hegenberger Rd & Hegenberger Lp (South Jctn)
Bus
Empire Rd & Tunis Rd
Bus
Empire Rd & Coral Rd (Near 98th Av)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Columbia Gardens
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
8
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Columbia Gardens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Columbia Gardens, Oakland sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Columbia Gardens, Oakland over the last 12 months is $535,000, up 2% 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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,672
Median Age
39
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$55,888
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,719
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
24.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.6%
% Population in Labor Force
67.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
53/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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