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The quirks of the neighborhood
Although it is less than three miles from downtown Oakland, Longfellow’s own little quirks should not be overlooked. It holds a special local history, with its role in the civil rights movement. It has several restaurants that cater to many different palates and may inspire some new ones. It even has an interesting neighbor to the west: Pixar Animation Studios. "There’s a real community feel and it’s very diverse," says Compass Realtor Andrea Gordon. "There's some fun shops on Martin Luther King, Jr. Way and some nice restaurants. You’re also right by the freeway and it’s an easy commute to San Francisco."
Longfellow is a quiet is a charming, quiet neighborhood in Oakland.
The Bay Bridge never disappoints with its beautiful, scenic views.
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The diversity of cultures through dining and shopping in Longfellow
Longfellow is a neighborhood full of flavors and cultures. Fusion restaurant Joodooboo fuses Korean dooboo (a form of tofu) with American elements to create a unique fusion of East and Western cultures. MLK Cafe serves Eritrean, Ethiopian and American dishes in a chill sports bar setting. Shangri-La Vegan on Linden specializes in macrobiotic, organic and vegan cuisine, perfect for diners with sensitive dietary needs or those looking to sample a vegan diet. Patty Cake’s Cookies and Treats creates desserts designed to dazzle and delight patrons with a sweet tooth. In addition to several restaurants, Longfellow is home to Marcus Bookstores, a cultural and historic landmark. The book shop has been around since the 1960s and hosted many iconic figures, including Toni Morrison, Nikki Giovanni and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. When residents need to go grocery shopping, they can head to North Side Supermarket, Pak ‘N’ Save or Safeway.
Joodooboo is a locally cherished restaurant serving residents of the Longfellow neighborhood.
Marcus Books is Longfellow's oldest Black-owned independent bookstore.
Mellana Café offers healthy, nourishing food options for Longfellow residents.
Longfellow locals eat Asian Fusion Cuisine at Hawking Bird.
Joodooboo offers gluten-free food for Longfellow and nearby residents.
Longfellow residents go for a bike ride through downtown.
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Parks to play, picnic and walk the pups
Residents have their pick of several parks surrounding the neighborhood. One of these is Dover Park, a place that holds yet another piece of sixties history. This area was once a part of the old Merritt College campus where the founders of the Black Panther party would meet. Today, it’s a community park that includes trails and picnic areas. Mosswood Park, close to the edge of downtown Oakland, has many large lawns in addition to a community garden, a recreation center, athletic fields and a dog play area.
Mosswood Park featuring modern play structures and welcoming environment for families.
The well-maintained sidewalks in Longfellow provide a safe path for dog owners.
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Buying a home in Longfellow
Box-style, bungalow and Victorian homes are common in Longfellow. According to Gordon, the majority of these homes are older, circa 1910s-20s, and newer developments are rare. Their prices begin around $550,000 for single-family homes with two or three bedrooms. They can go as high as $1.4 million for larger properties with five bedrooms and updated amenities. Some of these homes are conveniently located within walking distance of dining and nightlife, while others are in more secluded residential areas. The housing market in the neighborhood is moderate, with homes typically selling after about 32 days on the market.
Classic box-style homes in the Longfellow neighborhood.
Victorian/Edwardian style homes are common in the Longfellow neighborhood.
Victorian/Edwardian style homes are common in the Longfellow neighborhood.
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Attending schools in the Longfellow area
Students in the area can attend schools in several different districts, including Oakland Unified. Emerson Elementary School and Westlake Middle School were both given C-minus grades from Niche. McClymonds High School was given a C-plus and students here can enroll in Dual Enrollment programs with any of several partnering colleges in the area.
McClymonds High School was established in 1915, it play a crucial role in West Oakland.
Westlake Middle School offers award winning instrumental music program and studio art program.
Emerson Elementary School in Oakland has about 350 kids and has 17 teachers.
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BART and the freeways
Residents can get around on several public bus routes with the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) or by car. Major roadways include Interstate-580 – a major connection through Northern California – and the McArthur and Grove Shafter Freeways. The Oakland International Airport is a twelve-mile distance from the neighborhood. Longfellow is also only eleven miles from San Francisco and 27 miles from San Ramon.
McArthur BART Station makes for easy traveling around Longfellow and the greater Oakland area.
I-580 providing east-west access across Longfeloow and connecting to cities like San Francisco.
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On average, homes in Longfellow, Oakland sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Longfellow, Oakland over the last 12 months is $820,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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