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A hilltop neighborhood with commanding views of the bay
Overlooking the rest of Oakland, Crestmont is elevated both in topography and in popularity. This neighborhood, first developed in the 1950s, has not stopped growing, as persistent demand has translated into continued homebuilding. Rows of hilltop residential lanes offer captivating views of the city and the rest of the Bay Area, that draws locals and outsiders alike. “There are a lot of walkers, so you’ll see some of the same folks evening after evening,” says Homeowners of Crestmont Association Secretary Greg Klein. “People from outside the neighborhood love to come up and check out the views, too. It’s thrilling.”
Crestmont is a beautiful neighborhood with gorgeous views of the bay.
Crestmont homes are sought after for their epic views.
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Recreation among the redwoods
Crestmont borders some of the Bay Area’s most expansive green areas, including the 1,830-acre Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park. This park immerses hikers among redwood groves as they explore a natural domain replete with wildlife, camping areas, and opportunities for horseback riding and archery. “It’s on an open, craggy hillside,” Klein says. Leona Heights Park, located along Crestmont’s southeastern border, consists of a dirt and plank trail that runs alongside a small creek and through thick forest. The Oakland Hills Tennis Club offers over a dozen tennis and pickleball courts with unimpeded bay views.
The York Trail in Crestmont has multiple old bridges that span a small seasonal creek valley.
The Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park provides beautiful hiking trails for Crestmont residents.
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Midcentury and modern homes mix along Crestmont's hillsides
Like most of the communities along Skyline Boulevard, Crestmont was first developed in the 1950s as a fashionable neighborhood in a quickly suburbanizing Bay Area. Ranch-style homes from this era now mix with 21st-century Spanish-influenced or townhouse residences. Townhouses sell for between $840,000 and $1.13 million, while ranch-style homes vary from $1 million to $1.7 million. Most homes feature lush front gardens with shrubbery for privacy, broad driveways and sidewalk access. West-facing properties offer commanding views of the Bay Area, including the rest of “Oaktown.”
A home in Crestmont features an iconic message of peace for the neighborhood.
Most of Crestmont's homes have beautiful curb appeal.
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Diverse dining and cuisines in Crestmont
Crestmont is surrounded by opportunities for shopping and dining. The recently opened Skyline Community Market, located just off Skyline Boulevard, specializes in organic foods, international ingredients and vegan-friendly groceries. At Crestmont’s southern end, the Lincoln Square shopping center includes a Safeway supermarket and a CVS drug store, as well as a handful of local eateries. Hunan Yuan is a go-to for Chinese takeout, while Sparky’s Giant Burgers serves up hearty grilled meals and offers vine-shaded patio seating.
Residents of Crestmont love Skyline Community Market for grabbing their essentials.
Sparky's Burgers is a small, local cafe for grabbing organic, homemade burgers near Crestmont.
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Career readiness at Skyline High
Carl B. Munck Elementary School scores a C rating from Niche, while Montera Middle School receives a B-minus. Skyline High School, which sits a few blocks down Skyline Boulevard from the neighborhood, scores a B. This school has its students choose one of four pathways - Computer Science & Technology, Green Energy, Community Health & Education and Visual & Performing Arts - before engaging in a rigorous course of study with internship and paid summer job opportunities. Skyline High’s creative arts program notably gave film star Tom Hanks his start in acting.
Skyline High students in Crestmont love the new track and football field, both state of the art.
Carl B Munck School in Crestmont is K-5 and has about 230 students.
Montera Middle School in Crestmont is an excellent school.
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Easy access to San Francisco
Crestmont borders Route 13 and sits just blocks from Interstate 580, both of which connect drivers to downtown Oakland 10 miles away. San Francisco is 20 miles away. The 54 bus connects Crestmont to the Fruitvale BART station, which, in turn, takes 20 minutes to get into downtown San Francisco. The 54 bus also connects with the 40 bus’s route into downtown Oakland, accessible within a 40-minute journey. The nearest healthcare center, Highlands Hospital, is 4 miles down 35th Avenue and Interstate 580.
There are a few public bus stops in the Crestmont neighborhood of Oakland if needed.
Highway 13 is at the bottom of the hill from Crestmont and offers quick commuting.
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Parks in this Area
Leona Heights Park
Trails
River
Hiking
McCrea Park
Fishing
Grills
Picnic Area
Avenue Terrace Playground
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Pinto Ranch Recreation Area
Baseball/Softball
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
17 min drive
Bus
Skyline Blvd & Redwood Rd
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Skyline Blvd & Kimberlin Heights Dr
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Redwood Rd & Sereno Cir
Bus
Skyline Blvd & Stantonville Dr
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Skyline Blvd & Rishell Rd
Bus
Redwood Rd & Terrabella Way (West Jctn)
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Redwood Rd & Mountain Blvd (Lincoln Square)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Crestmont
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Crestmont Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Crestmont, Oakland sell after 112 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Crestmont, Oakland over the last 12 months is $377,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
With bay views and the East Bay hills as your backdrop, this upgraded 4+BD/2.5 BA Mid-century home offers comfortable living in the Crestmont. Set back from the street, the 1785 SQFT home welcomes you with a garden and a rare level lawn in the hills. A giant picture window and fireplace make the spacious living room a cozy place to relax. Wonderful flow leads to the kitchen and dining room. The
With sweeping views that stretch from the SF skyline and Bay Bridge to Mt. Tamalpais, this updated all-level home in the Oakland Hills offers a rare blend of simplicity, livability, and connection to nature. The circular floor plan encourages easy movement and effortless flow, with a wall of sliding glass doors that dissolves the boundary between indoor & outdoor living. A dramatic skylight
Dramatic sweeping views of the Bay on this six thousand-plus square foot lot in the Oakland Hills. Ready for a new home, and the last lot available for build in this section of Terrabella Way. Managed by Redwood Estates Home Owners Association, currently at a low $81 dollars a month. Approved plans have been produced for a dream home and will be included with the property: Easy access to 580 and
Perched atop the Oakland Hills is a stunning Skyline home. The home's 360-degree panoramic layout showcases incredible views of the San Francisco Bay, city, mountains and canyons--observable from every room of the house. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and relaxing nature walks with direct access to the Redwood Regional Park from your backyard. The 2,920 sqft home consists of 4 bedrooms, 3 full
Ever wanted to live on top of the serene Oakland hills? A spacious in-law studio is available and situated in a safe and really quiet family oriented neighborhood with amazing views of the bay. This in-law unit has its own private side entrance separated from the main house. It is an open floor plan with your own washer and dryer. One block away from many hiking trails, such as Dunn and
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,386
Median Age
51
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$173,979
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$191,032
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
College Graduates
68%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
42.1%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
16/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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