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Wooded slopes and winding roads in Glen Highlands
Perched in the Oakland Hills, Glen Highlands offers elevated East Bay living. Winding roads twist through wooded slopes dotted with high-end homes, many of which have sweeping views of the cityscape below. It’s just minutes from popular outdoor destinations like Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve, and less than 10 minutes from trendy cultural districts like Temescal and Rockridge. You’re high up in the hills, with quiet streets and plenty of privacy, but still close to the city’s downtown core.
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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Midcentury and custom designs with big views
Glen Highlands is part of Oakland’s desirable hillside market. Homes are primarily single-family houses with midcentury, contemporary and custom architecture tucked away on forested hillsides. “This area was impacted by the Oakland Fire in the early 1990s, so you have a lot of new construction alongside the vintage homes that survived the fire,” says Realtor Anna Bahnson of Compass Real Estate, who has been working in Oakland real estate since 2012. Wildlife sightings such as deer and birds are common. Inventory is limited, and buying a home here can be competitive. The elevation means many back patios and windows open up to gorgeous views of the city, the hills and the San Francisco Bay. Prices range from the low $900,000s to $2.7 million.
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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Outdoor recreation ranges from lake swims to forested hikes
Glen Highlands is surrounded by sprawling parks and hiking destinations. “You’re right up the road from the East Bay Regional Park District, which is the largest regional park district in the country,” Bahnson says. The closest is Temescal Regional Recreation Area, a 48-acre park that surrounds Lake Temescal. It’s a popular spot for swimming, fishing, hiking and enjoying the summer sunshine. As you head further into the hills, you’ll reach Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve and Huckleberry Botanic Regional Preserve, both of which offer vast trail networks and rugged hikes surrounded by coast redwoods. Also nearby is the Claremont Country Club, a historic East Bay club with golf, tennis and pickleball.
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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Drivers have fast freeway access but limited daily walkability
The neighborhood is car-oriented, with relatively easy commutes to Downtown Oakland, Berkeley and San Francisco. Public transit is also close by. “It’s a great location for getting around Oakland and the East Bay,” Bahnson says. Key points:
Fast access to Highway 13, Route 24 and Interstate 580
Rockridge BART station is about 3 miles away
Walkability is limited because of steep terrain
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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District school options with priority for nearby residents
The Oakland Unified School District has a school choice system that allows families to apply to any district school. The district also uses school attendance zones, however, and students receive priority for admission to the nearest school. Standout schools in the area include Thornhill Elementary School and Montera Middle School. The Montclair branch of the Oakland Public Library is just outside the neighborhood for after-school programs and reading time.
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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Most errands require driving to nearby markets and districts
Glen Highlands is primarily residential, but it’s a short drive to popular commercial districts like Montclair Village, Temescal and Rockridge for groceries, cafés and dining. There are few walkable retail options within the neighborhood due to the hilly terrain, so most errands require a car. For groceries, you can head to local grocers like Trader Joe’s, Safeway or Whole Foods, all of which are within about 3 miles. The Temescal and Rockridge districts offer a mix of casual eats, cozy coffee shops and high-end eateries, including several Michelin restaurants. Local favorites include Snail Bar for wine and oysters, and Marufuku Ramen for Hakata-style ramen.
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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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Glen Highlands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Glen Highlands, Oakland sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Glen Highlands, Oakland over the last 12 months is $1,500,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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