Oakland’s Golden Gate neighborhood sits at the northern end of the city, just south of Berkley. The neighborhood is mostly residential, with homes that date back to the late 1800s. Even though it's residential, you're close to some of the best shopping and dining in the area, including the Golden Gate shopping district and the San Pablo Arts District, both of which run along San Pablo Avenue.
Housing in Golden Gate is pretty varied. It ranges from late-19th century Victorians and Craftsman houses to early-20th century bungalows and a scattering of more recently built homes. The neighborhood is also home to a growing inventory of modern condos. Most lots are compact, and houses typically sit close to the sidewalk. Condos in Golden Gate sell from the mid $400,000s to the low $900,000s. Single-family home prices range from the low $500,000s to $1.3 million.
“The neighborhood is close to some of the best shopping and dining in town,” says associate broker Mark DuBois of KW East Bay, who has worked in the area for over 20 years. “It’s just a few blocks to Emeryville, and there are a bunch of great restaurants along San Pablo.” Emeryville, one of the city’s most vibrant commercial districts, is just a few blocks west of the neighborhood, within easy walking distance of many homes. San Pablo Avenue is the neighborhood’s main commercial corridor, featuring a mix of local shops and restaurants and small markets. Highly rated culinary options include Chile Jalapeno Taqueria, popular Ethiopian eatery Café Colucci and sushi spot Mujiri. Locals looking to enjoy a bit of nightlife have two great options within a 3-mile drive: downtown Oakland to the south and central Berkeley to the north.
The Golden Gate Recreation Center sits near the center of the neighborhood and has indoor and outdoor recreation options, including a modern playground. To the south, Stanford Avenue Park offers a playground and green space. Waterfront parks and trails line the shore in nearby Emeryville, including the scenic Emeryville Marina Park. The neighborhood is also home to the historic Golden Gate Branch of the Oakland Public Library, which offers programming for children and adults.
San Pablo Avenue is the neighborhood’s main transit corridor. Several AC Transit routes run along the avenue and link Golden Gate to downtown Oakland, Downtown Berkeley and Richmond. “It’s a very convenient neighborhood if you’re looking for an affordable location to commute to Berkeley or even San Francisco,” says DuBois. Interstate 580 is about a mile from the neighborhood. It’s less than 10 miles to downtown San Francisco via the interstate, but traffic on the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge gets backed up pretty regularly.
Local and regional festivals are held in the area throughout the year. Key events:
Andy Read
Corcoran Icon Properties
(925) 940-3953
45 Total Sales
1 in Golden Gate
$1,030,000 Price
David Earley
Compass
(510) 345-1483
132 Total Sales
1 in Golden Gate
$850,000 Price
Gohn Marie McFadden
Compass
(510) 345-5149
21 Total Sales
1 in Golden Gate
$825,000 Price
Ernie Sexton
SEXTON GROUP REAL ESTATE
(925) 528-4343
104 Total Sales
1 in Golden Gate
$925,000 Price
Daniel Winkler
Winkler Real Estate Group
(510) 871-8855
140 Total Sales
2 in Golden Gate
$715K - $1M Price Range
Erica Marr
COMMUNITY REALTY & INVESTMENTS
(925) 320-3600
88 Total Sales
1 in Golden Gate
$1,025,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Golden Gate | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Golden Gate, Oakland sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Golden Gate, Oakland over the last 12 months is $825,000, down 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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