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Interesting architecture and convenient accessibility on Oakland's east side
With walkable streets and views of the Oakland Hills ridgeline, Frick is an active east-side enclave of character-rich homes and convenient accessibility. Positioned 10 miles outside Downtown Oakland, it’s within walking distance of parks, public schools and a liberal arts college known for its lively, historic campus. Halfway between San Leandro Bay and woodsy sprawls of mountain ranges, it’s as easy to get some fresh air as it is to run an errand or sit down for a bite to eat in this well-positioned suburb. “It’s conveniently located, a friendly community and a great area to walk dogs and meet neighbors,” says Michele Senitzer, a real estate agent at Compass Real Estate, who frequently works in the area.
The Frick neighborhood is located below the Oakland hills close to wilderness activities.
Frick is about a 10-minute drive from Lake Merritt and Downtown Oakland and lots of fun.
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Home designs with European influence
“It’s a beautiful neighborhood known for charming homes and interesting architecture,” Senitzer says. Frick’s architectural layout is largely comprised of one- and two-story stucco bungalows in European-influenced Craftsman and Tudor styles with charming turrets and bay windows. Most homes here were developed from 1920 to 1950, but many have been remodeled to include modern finishes and layouts with high ceilings and wood floors. Prices in Frick typically range from $500,000 for a small spot to over $1 million for an early 20th-century stunner on the coveted Picardy Drive, locally known as “Christmas Lane” for its stretch of storybook properties designed by prominent era architect Walter Dixon, a popular destination during the winter season.
The streets in the Frick neighborhood feel like a fairytale story with the Tudor-style homes.
Spanish-Revival homes with quiet streets and nice yards are found in the Frick Neighborhood.
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Picardy Drive is "Christmas Lane" during the holidays
Frick makes all the East Bay’s best-of lists for holiday light tours - visitors funnel into the light-strung Picardy Lane throughout the winter season. These striking homes wrap around three islands, converging at the center where a towering, slightly slanted 100-year-old cedar stands, serving as the community Christmas tree. Buying a home between Seminary and 55th Avenues means committing to spreading the joy each year with a bright display.
The Frick neighborhood in Oakland is a quiet and adorable place to settle down.
The Frick area in Oakland is popular with families for its walkability and affordability.
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Minutes to nature preserves, the zoo and Oakland Coliseum
Frick is only a short drive to Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park, a rambling oasis of 150-foot-tall Redwood trees with hiking, biking and horse-riding trails, and the Oakland Zoo, a spacious wildlife conservation park with exotic animals. Sports fans and music lovers travel a few miles west to Oakland Coliseum, to catch an Oakland A’s game or an outdoor concert. Concordia Park is at the heart of the community, where kids play on the basketball courts and athletic fields rimmed with towering palm trees. Locals also host birthday parties and seasonal celebrations on the grassy spread. Evergreen Cemetery is right across the street, the second-largest burial ground in the city and widely known to house the Jonestown Memorial, honoring the victims of the 1978 massacre.
Children play basketball at Concordia Park in the Frick neighborhood.
Frick locals enjoy the Oakland Coliseum for A's games and many other special events.
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Frick United Academy of Language students hone bilingual skills
Students in Frick are served by the Oakland Unified School District, which carries an overall rating of B-minus on Niche. Many attend the C-minus-rated Markham Elementary and continue to the C-minus-rated Frick United Academy of Language, a middle school focused on bilingualism that offers students the opportunity to enter high school with a “State Seal of Biliteracy” in Spanish. The B-rated Coliseum College Prep Academy is the last stop for many rising learners. Several well-performing private and charter schools are within walking distance for those interested in exploring education alternatives.
Coliseum College Prep Academy is known for its numerous academic programs.
Frick United Language Academy in Oakland has an on-site health clinic for students and staff.
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Mills College offers culture and green spaces
A few blocks north is the Mills College at Northeastern University, a private, historic college that recently merged with Boston-based Northeastern University. Its heavily wooded 135-acre campus is home to the Mills College Art Museum, which is open to the public and has the largest permanent collection of any liberal arts college on the West Coast, with more than 8,000 works, including pieces by Pablo Picasso, Diego Rivera and Henri Matisse. It also features several historic buildings, like Mills Hall, a four-story building with an observatory built in 1871 that’s now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Mills College at Northeastern University is a private college in Oakland next to Frick.
The Mills College Art Museum was founded in 1925 and features over 8000 pieces of art.
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Walking-distance to trendy eateries and neighborhood mainstays
East Oakland is known for its restaurant scene, highlighting cuisines from around the globe. Quirky, casual restaurants like the trendy Thai outpost, Old Weang Ping and the long-standing sandwich spot Mill’s Hoagie and Deli Shop line the busy surrounding roads, within walking distance for most Frick locals. It’s also about two miles from the region’s renowned Taqueria El Paisa, an East Oakland institution that has appeared in the Michelin Guide, famous for its saunders, a carnitas-style taco. Shop Rite Supermarket is the neighborhood’s nearest grocer, less than a mile away, anchoring the Seminary Point shopping center alongside a pharmacy, a gym and a few eateries. Commercial destinations quickly stack up as locals make their way west toward the city center and the busy International Boulevard.
Catch the chef at the Pizza Factory catching his dough in Frick.
Old Weang Ping Village is a popular restaurant in Frick.
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Get around on MacArthur Freeway
With quiet, sidewalk-lined streets, homeowners can get around on foot or bike to the many nearby destinations. Frick is also minutes from Interstate 580, also known as the MacArthur Freeway, which connects locals to Downtown Oakland, scenic Lake Merritt and the Oakland Museum of California. Most homeowners here are drivers, but it’s easy to catch the BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) train at Oakland Coliseum, 2 miles away, shuttling passengers anywhere they need to go from San Francisco to San Jose. City buses also make frequent stops along the neighborhood’s main corridors.
Commuting to and from Frick is easy with the bus line running right next to the neighborhood.
The Oakland Museum of California is a museum, garden, and gathering space in downtown Oakland.
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Parks in this Area
Maxwell Park
Picnic Area
Playground
McCrea Park
Fishing
Grills
Picnic Area
Liberation Park
Trails
Events
Concordia Park
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Burckhalter Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Arroyo Viejo Recreation Center and Park
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
10 min drive
Bus
Macarthur Blvd & 55th Av
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Camden St & 62nd Av
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Foothill Blvd & 64th Av
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Foothill Blvd & Havenscourt Blvd
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Foothill Blvd & Laverne Av
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Macarthur Blvd & Millsbrae Av
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Foothill Blvd & Seminary Av
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Frick
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Frick, Oakland sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Frick, Oakland over the last 12 months is $624,980, down 11% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
WOW! Move-In Ready.... Just Finished Updating! Kitchen has Quartz Counters, Stainless Steel Sink, Gas Stove, Microwave Oven, Dishwasher, Dining Area and Laundry Hookups. U[dated Bathroom, Interior has new Paint, Flooring, Lighting and More!. Main Part of the House is 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom, Back Part has Sepaeate Entrance and has 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom. Extra Vehicle Parking Area In Back Yard.
Storybook charm meets modern comfort in this striking Tudor nestled in Oakland’s Maxwell Park. A turret-style entry sets the tone, welcoming you into an extra-large living room bathed in natural light, anchored by an original fireplace and beautifully refinished hardwood floors. The formal dining room leads into a spacious kitchen with new appliances and a sunny breakfast nook—ideal for morning
Welcome to this single story home! Situated in a corner. This is the perfect opportunity to make this desirable home yours! OFFERS WILL BE REVIEWED AS THEY COME. OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, April 26th and Sunday, April 27th. From: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm.
Welcome to this beautifully updated spacious home located in mills garden, Maxwell park, on a lovely tree -lined street.. Featuring spacious living room filled with natural light, come with fireplace, adjacent formal dinning room next to gorgeous updated chefs kitchen with sleek high end stainless steel appliances, quartz counter top matching with handcrafted tile back splash, eat in kitchen
Welcome to Casita Azul! A beautifully maintained 3-4 bedroom, 2-bath home in a highly desirable neighborhood nestled next to the serene nature views of Northeastern College (formerly Mills College). This residence blends classic charm with updated conveniences, featuring modern amenities, including EV charging, central heating and air, Dual Pane windows and newer appliances. Inside, you'll find
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GREAT ADD VALUE OPPORTUNITY W/ TREMENDOUS UPSIDE. Unlock the potential of 6663 Foothill Boulevard, a 10 unit complex bordering Oakland's Bancroft Business & Havenscourt neighborhoods with a remarkable ± 40% upside in rents providing new investors a significant opportunity for income growth. With (10) One bed/One bath units built in 1959 of wood frame construction, stucco exterior and flat roof,
Welcome home to Granite Pointe Apartment Homes! Nestled in charming Oakland, CA. Granite Pointe is close to major highways, shopping centers, and beautiful parks. We offer spacious studio, one, two, and three-bedroom floor plans designed with you in mind. Come experience what affordable city living is all about and start loving where you live. At Granite Pointe all we’re missing is you.
This property is available. Please inquire on this site to schedule a showing. Welcome to your charming new home at 6120 Foothill Boulevard, Oakland. This delightful bungalow-style property, affectionately known as Casa Madrone, offers a unique blend of vintage charm and modern convenience. The vibrant pink façade with its red-tiled roof and arched entryway creates an inviting atmosphere,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,902
Median Age
41
Population Density
18 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$76,823
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,207
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.9%
College Graduates
37.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.1%
On par with 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®
64/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
83/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
55/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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