$1,684,044Average Value$692Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
Living it up in Glen Highlands
Sitting up in the hills of Oakland, Glen Highlands is, quite literally, elevated Northern California living. According to Colette Ford, a managing partner with the East-Bay-based Grubb Company, it differs from the city’s metropolitan districts thanks to a generous dose of outdoor recreation. “The area has a little more of a suburbia feel than Oakland. The residents like the hills, and they like being close to the parks,” she says. Add stunning homes, historic eateries and plentiful outdoor recreation to the perks of being a part of Glen Highlands.
Glen Highlands is a neighborhood with windy, curvy roads connected all to the huge homes.
From the hilly Glen Highlands neighborhood residents have a gorgeous view of the Bay.
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High up homes with bay views
Curved roads give way to Mediterranean Revival and traditional homes, welcoming residents with bright colors and elegant contemporary finishes. Two-car garages keep cars shaded and protected from the sunny Oakland weather and the elevation of homes often means views of the San Francisco Bay. Single-family homes range from $846,000 to $2.5 million. Typically, a home will spend 19 days on the market before selling.
There are a few Mediterranean Revival homes in the Glen Highlands neighborhood.
The hilly area and the Oakland weather of Glen Highlands creates a mostly sunny microclimate.
Fantastic views of the San Francisco Bay from all around Glen Highlands.
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Swimming, fishing and more outdoor recreation
Temescal Regional Recreation Area offers plenty to do. For instance, Lake Temescal is stocked with fish every Wednesday because fishing, along with swimming, are popular activities. Montclair Park is a great place to spot local wildlife like ducks, geese, fish and turtles. Claremont Country Club has been around for over 125 years and has facilities for golf, tennis, pickleball and more. Glen Highlands is also located near Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve and Huckleberry Botanic Regional Preserve, both requiring short 3-mile drives to the east.
Temescal Regional Recreation Area offers plenty to do for Glen Highlands residents.
Pickleball is a popular sport to play in Montclair Park minutes from Glen Highlands.
Glen Highlands is located only miles away from Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve.
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Glen Highlands students attend Oakland Unified schools
Thornhill Elementary School is rated B-plus by Niche, and Montera Middle School is rated B-minus. Skyline High School has a B-rating, and its extensive course catalog includes Illustration and Urban Ecology. The highly acclaimed University of California–Berkeley is less than 4 miles away and offers around 400 academic programs.
Thornhill Elementary School received a B+ from Niche for its great academics and teachers.
Montera Middle School is located in Glen Highlands, California.
Skyline High School offers a space where all people can learn and thrive in Glen Highlands.
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Oakland Public Library: Montclair
Just outside of Glen Highlands is the Montclair branch of the Oakland Public Library. Patrons can relax by the brick fireplace while sampling from Montclair's significant collection of materials covering art, cooking and travel. The library also hosts events, including children's storytimes and "One Village, One Book," a series of club meetings about books set in the Oakland area.
Glen Highlands residents love having the quaint Montclair Library just on their border.
The local Montclair Library offers plenty to read for Glen Highlands residents.
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All the ways to get around Glen Highlands
Along the Warren Freeway, Route 13 traverses the neighborhood, while Route 24 is part of the Grove Shafter Freeway. Driving a bit further west, travelers can use Interstate 580 to reach anywhere from San Rafael in the west to Modesto in the east. Downtown Oakland is a 6-mile drive, Berkeley is 5.5 miles northwest and San Francisco is about 14 miles away. The neighborhood is also near multiple public transit options. Alameda-Contra Costa Transit Buses stop along local streets like Mountain Boulevard and Duncan Way. At the Rockridge Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) station, the yellow line runs from Antioch to the San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, which is roughly 14 miles away. The nearest medical facilities include Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, which is 3 miles away, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center/ Summit Campus, which is about 4 miles away.
Route 13 traverses the neighborhood, and Route 24 goes along Glen Highlands area.
Glen Highlands residents can use the Rockridge Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) station for travel.
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Regional cuisine, historical eateries and plentiful grocery stores
Nearby shopping options range from independent grocers like Village Market in Upper Rockridge to big-box retailers such as Trader Joe’s in North Oakland and Safeway in Rockridge. Regional cuisine reigns through A16’s south Italian fare and Daughter Thai Kitchen’s spicy flavors. Fenton’s Creamery and Restaurant has been in business for over 100 years and is famous for its Black & Tan ice cream sundaes. Neighborhood favorite Thornhill Coffee House entices not only with lunchbox-style sandwiches and iced coffee but with children’s handmade posters decorating the walls and treats for puppy patrons.
Glen Highlands diners can enjoy lunch at the nearby Daughter Thai Kitchen.
Glen Highlands residents also do their grocery shopping at Trader Joe’s in North Oakland.
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Glen Highlands's crime and climate factors
The CAP Crime Index scores Glen Highlands a 1 and 2 in violent and property-related crimes, though it has a score of 3 for the likelihood of burglary. These scores are below the national average of 4. Data from First Street suggests that Glen Highlands is at severe risk for poor air quality and a moderate risk for wildfires, this being a determinant of insurance rates.
Temescal Regional Recreation Area is a popular place to walk dogs.
Glen Highlands, although hilly, is a very walkable area, with Montclair next door.
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Parks in this Area
Old Tunnel Road staging Area
Temescal Regional Recreation Area
Bike Trails
Fishing
Picnic Area
Shepherd Canyon Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Montclair Park
Baseball/Softball
Lake
Picnic Area
Montclair Railroad Trail
Trails
Hiking
Blair Park
Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
19 min drive
Bus
Glenwood Glade & Broadway Terr
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Glen Highlands
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Glen Highlands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Glen Highlands, Oakland sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Glen Highlands, Oakland over the last 12 months is $1,450,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome in… and prepare to be captivated. Located in the exclusive Glen Highlands area of Montclair, this stunning modern home exudes a casually elegant design, enriched by warm, rich finishes and textures throughout. Recently renovated with high-style and quality materials, it exudes a laid-back So-Cal coastal feel. The expansive eat-in kitchen and adjoining family room are filled with sunlight
Whoever said “the best views of San Francisco are from Oakland” had this Glen Highlands home in mind. Enter through a foyer under an elevated ceiling. The distinctive living room sits nearby, with a spacious outside deck, fireplace and spectacular views of SF, Marin and the Bay. The open kitchen, with elite appliances, lies to the other side of the main level, leading to the spacious family room,
5 lots: Incredible Development Potential! Expansive lots ranging from approximately .21 to .26 acres each, totaling 1.206 acres. This exceptional property offers a prime opportunity for a captivating hillside development, boasting panoramic city views, the bay bridge, and beyond. Zoned RH-4 for Multi-Family Residential use, each lot allows the construction of one primary unit and a secondary
5 lots: Incredible Development Potential! Expansive lots ranging from approximately .21 to .26 acres each, totaling 1.206 acres. This exceptional property offers a prime opportunity for a captivating hillside development, boasting panoramic city views, the bay bridge, and beyond. Zoned RH-4 for Multi-Family Residential use, each lot allows the construction of one primary unit and a secondary
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,553
Median Age
48
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$205,442
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$208,401
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.5%
College Graduates
78.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
45.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.3%
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®
30/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 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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