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Havenscourt

Havenscourt

$537,480 Average Value
$435 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Community minded Havenscourt has Oakland amenities

While living in Havenscourt, you have ample opportunities to engage with the community through events at nearby parks like Liberation Park, concerts at the Oakland Arena and baseball games at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.

Havenscourt is a lively neighborhood with a mix of residential and commercial spaces.
Havenscourt is a lively neighborhood with a mix of residential and commercial spaces.
Havenscourt's Liberation Park features large colorful signs spelling its name.
Havenscourt's Liberation Park features large colorful signs spelling its name.
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Bungalows and ranch-style homes from the 20th century

Homes within Havenscourt are mostly bungalow and ranch-style homes that were originally built in the first half of the 20th century. A two-bedroom, one-bath bungalow home will cost you about $458,888. A two-bedroom, one-bath ranch-style home will cost you about $399,999. The median listing price for homes in Havenscourt is $599,000.

Cheap two-story homes are common in Havenscourt.
Cheap two-story homes are common in Havenscourt.
Havenscourt homes are typically gated for protection.
Havenscourt homes are typically gated for protection.
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Oakland Unified School District serves the area

Students living in Havenscourt can attend Oakland Unified School District schools like Markham Elementary School and Frick United Academy of Language, which serves sixth through eighth grades. Both schools have a C-minus rating on Niche. Castlemont High School, rated C, has programs such as the Sustainable Urban Design Academy, which hones students’ critical and design skills to find solutions to social and environmental issues. For this program, Castlemont partners with community organizations like StopWaste and East Bay Academy of Young Scientists to give students hands-on experiences.

Markham Elementary School is within walking distance of many homes.
Markham Elementary School is within walking distance of many homes.
Castlemont High School in Oakland has a teacher to student ration of 14:1, which is great!
Castlemont High School in Oakland has a teacher to student ration of 14:1, which is great!
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Park-based events, a farmers market and skating rink

Liberation Park is a community hub where residents can take part in cultural and community events throughout the year. Throughout the year, the hub will host the Akoma Market, an outdoor farmers market that gives locals the opportunity to buy fresh produce from local farms. During this event, residents can roll along the outdoor skating rink that is open for free during the market. Wellness Wednesday events promote health living through yoga and other disciplines. In the summer, you can head to the park for movie nights.

Havenscourt's Liberation Park is managed by the Black Cultural Zone.
Havenscourt's Liberation Park is managed by the Black Cultural Zone.
Friends coming together for. a photo at the Oakland Mini Parks Ribbon Cutting Celebration.
Friends coming together for. a photo at the Oakland Mini Parks Ribbon Cutting Celebration.
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Mexican specialties and pit barbecue are among the dining options

There are a few notable restaurants just a few miles away from Havenscourt. Mi Zacatecas Mexican Food specializes in traditional Mexican cuisine. Their ingredients come from the small town of Zacatecas, Mexico, and their handmade tortillas are made from scratch, adding to their legitimacy. Have their gorditas, are thick handmade corn tortillas stuffed with meat. Weekend specials include menudo, which is a traditional Mexican chili-based soup that is made with honey-comb tripe and comes with tortillas. Known for their welcoming customer service and finger-licking BBQ, Genny’s Fire Pit is where you can walk in and feel like you are right at home. Order their brisket and have your side of candied yams or mac and cheese, with a bit of cornbread.

Mi Zacatecas in Havenscourt sells delicious freshly made nachos.
Mi Zacatecas in Havenscourt sells delicious freshly made nachos.
Havenscourt's Mi Zacatecas Restaurant serves fresh Mexican cuisine.
Havenscourt's Mi Zacatecas Restaurant serves fresh Mexican cuisine.
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Oakland has major venues for sports and concerts

Residents are less than two miles from the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, home to the Major League Baseball team, the Oakland Athletics. The Oakland Arena is where locals go for concerts. Major musical artists like Adele and Paul McCartney have performed here.

Many of today's current events come through the Oakland Arena making Havenscourt popular.
Many of today's current events come through the Oakland Arena making Havenscourt popular.
Havenscourt residents are in a prime location to see an Oakland A’s game.
Havenscourt residents are in a prime location to see an Oakland A’s game.
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A nearby zoo and the California Trail

Residents are also close to the Oakland Zoo, which is only a few miles away from their neighborhood. The zoo is home to more than 850 native and exotic animals. Take the gondola up the hill of the California Trail to see the beauty of the Bay Area. Kids can meet and greet the goats and sheep at the park’s petting yard.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Metro Oakland International

8 min drive

Bus

73rd Av & Arthur St

Bus

67th Avenue

Bus

73rd Av & Krause Av

Bus

Seminary Av & Bancroft Av

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Havenscourt US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Havenscourt Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$558,500
Median Sale Price
$552,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$545,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$537,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
68
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$435

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,350
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1924
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,212
Significantly below the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,083
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
5,068
Median Age
37
Population Density
27 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$59,530
Significantly below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$82,692

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
77%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
25.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.8%
% Population in Labor Force
62.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

57 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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