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Millsmont

Millsmont

$701,015 Average Value
$224 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale

Character at every turn

Carved into Oakland’s foothills is a neighborhood that gleans character from seemingly every home. Millsmont has a compelling collection of colorful and architecturally district dwellings — from Craftsman-style bungalows to Spanish Revival options. The residents who fill these homes enjoy stunning views of the rest of the Bay Area and combine to create a community known for its neighborly vibes and proximity to amenities. “It’s a nicely tucked-in neighborhood next to Mills College in the lower hills with twisty roads and Bay views,” says Oakland-based Realtor Michele Senitzer of Compass. “An interesting mix of homes, some with very large lots.”
When strolling through Millsmont you will see homes with lush gardens full of native plants.
When strolling through Millsmont you will see homes with lush gardens full of native plants.
The homes in Millsmont are taken care of with love and care from the residents.
The homes in Millsmont are taken care of with love and care from the residents.
Millsmont is a neighborhood full of curvy roads and lined with adorable homes.
Millsmont is a neighborhood full of curvy roads and lined with adorable homes.
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Established homes with allure

The homes that peek out of Millsmont’s rolling landscape were largely built between the early to mid-20th century. But it seems that no two houses here are the same. Instead, each street has a rainbow of shades and architectural choices. Options here vary quite a bit in size, too, starting around 700 square feet and climbing to well over 3,000 square feet for some of the quadruplexes here. Senitzter describes Millsmont’s homes as beautiful. And even though many houses here have some age, updates and remodeling work are common across the neighborhood’s inventory. Single-family houses in Millsmont can sell for prices anywhere from about $500,000 to around $1 million, depending on the size.
Millmost has homes built into the Oakland hills with stunning view of the Oakland Hills.
Millmost has homes built into the Oakland hills with stunning view of the Oakland Hills.
Friendly neighbors are walking with their furry friends in Millsmont.
Friendly neighbors are walking with their furry friends in Millsmont.
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Good eats in and around

Among the list of things this area is known for is its restaurants. Though Millsmont in particular is primarily residential, there are a couple of well-liked neighborhood haunts here to grab a quick bite. One is Mill's Hoagie & Deli Shop, which has been around since 1970. Mill’s specialty is an East Coast transplant: the cheesesteak. The pastrami hoagie is well-liked, too. But make sure to stop at the ATM because Mill’s is cash-only. Those with a sweet tooth can stroll over to Millsmont’s Quality Doughnuts, a cozy spot known for its reasonable prices as much as its tastiness.
Mill's Hoagie & Deli Shop is cash only and has been around since 1970 in Millsmont.
Mill's Hoagie & Deli Shop is cash only and has been around since 1970 in Millsmont.
Cahrlie's Las Palmas Burrito and sea food place in Millsmont is a popular spot.
Cahrlie's Las Palmas Burrito and sea food place in Millsmont is a popular spot.
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Coffee with a side of community

Millsmont has come to serve as one of the stops for a weekly event courtesy of Get Goes Mobile Cafe, a sort of ice cream truck for coffee. The operators of Get Goes Mobile Cafe have made stops in Millsmont each Friday morning, at the corners of Buena Ventura Avenue and Delmont Avenue, as part of their Coffee @ the Curb series.

Area schools come conveniently close

Kids in Millsmont can attend schools in the Oakland Unified School District, which carries a B-minus overall grade on Niche. Students here can start at Burckhalter Elementary School, a C-rated option within walking distance for many in the neighborhood and offering afterschool programming through Alameda County’s Girls Inc. organization. From Burckhalter, students can progress to the C-minus-rated Frick United Academy of Language for grades 6 to 8, where all attendees have the opportunity to study Spanish. Castlemont High, which carries a C grade, is next, where students can enter dedicated academies on Community Health Equity and Sustainable Urban Design.

Mills College at Northeastern University is part of the neighborhood as well, on a 135-acre campus that serves roughly 500 students. One of the school’s marks is the Mills College Art Museum, a well-regarded home for contemporary works across a 6,000-square-foot gallery.
Burckhalter Elementary School in Oakland has about 190 students.
Burckhalter Elementary School in Oakland has about 190 students.
Students are the highest priority at Castlemont High School.
Students are the highest priority at Castlemont High School.
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An outdoor getaway without having to get away

Millsmont is surrounded by outdoor attractions to enjoy. Among the options is the 290-acre Leona Canyon Open Space Regional Preserve slightly to the east. The preserve features the roughly 3-mile Leona Canyon Trail, which is partly shaded by an arching string of trees. The 100-acre Oakland Zoo is just about 3 miles away, too, where there are more than 850 animals.
Leona Canyon Regional Open Space is a pristine 290 acre wooded canyon near Millsmont.
Leona Canyon Regional Open Space is a pristine 290 acre wooded canyon near Millsmont.
Hikers can find paved trails in part of Reinhardt Regional Park close to Millsmonts in Oakland.
Hikers can find paved trails in part of Reinhardt Regional Park close to Millsmonts in Oakland.
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Travel easier with AC Transit

Millsmont is dotted with stops in the AC Transit bus service, which serves Alameda and Contra Costa counties. AC Transit has more than 100 routes total across the area.

Drivers in Millsmont can use nearby Interstate 580 to travel up to Downtown Oakland or south into places like Fremont. I-580 also connects to I-80 for drives across The Bay Bridge and San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge to San Francisco, about 17 miles away
Millsmont is dotted with stops in the AC Transit bus service and the closest BART is Coliseum.
Millsmont is dotted with stops in the AC Transit bus service and the closest BART is Coliseum.
Millsmont is dotted with stops in the AC Transit bus service.
Millsmont is dotted with stops in the AC Transit bus service.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Metro Oakland International

11 min drive

Bus

Hillmont Dr & Gardenia Pl

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Seminary Av & Oakdale Av

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Seminary Av & Laird Av

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Hillmont Dr & Edgemoor Pl

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Hillmont Dr & Altamont Av

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Macarthur Blvd & Richard's Gate (Mills College)

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Seminary Av & Macarthur Blvd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Millsmont US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Millsmont Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$390,000
Median Sale Price
$365,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$422,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$274,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$246,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
61
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$224

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,374
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1932
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,360
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,406
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
838
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Aug 2
    12 - 3pm

    6432 Sunnymere Ave, Oakland, CA 94605

    $587,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 608 Sq Ft
    • 6432 Sunnymere Ave
    • New 4 days ago

    This mid 1920's home sits in the desirable Millsmont neighborhood. The interior shines with abundant natural light throughout, double pane windows ensure a quiet ambiance, high ceilings and open floorplan will make you feel right at home. Freshly refinished hardwood floors, new paint in and out, in house laundry with low maintenance landscaping, gated parking and a back deck for a day of BBQing

    Nathan Zagal Premier Agent Network, Inc.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners

Demographics

Total Population
5,409
Median Age
40
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$84,073
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$115,130

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.3%
College Graduates
41.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.6%
% Population in Labor Force
71.7%
Above the national average
65.1%

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

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

46 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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