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Patten

Patten

Neighborhood in Oakland, California

Alameda County 94601, 94602

$669,529 Average Value
$466 Average Price per Sq Ft
8 Homes For Sale

"Oakland proud" in Patten neighborhood

Patten is a thriving multicultural and community-oriented neighborhood in East Oakland. While the neighborhood is primarily residential, it has a few shops and eateries, and it is well-positioned to benefit from the community activism of nextdoor Fruitvale and the thriving foodie scene in the nearby Dimond District. Multicultural churches active in supporting the community surround the neighborhood, and Oakland's unique history is captured at Peralta Hacienda Historical Park adjacent to the neighborhood. “Oakland is a gem; it’s a beautiful place,” says Felicia Duncan, Realtor with Real Estate Experts, who has sold 300 homes in the Bay Area and grew up in Oakland. “People are really trying to build community. There is a really strong faith-based community and lots of local festivals. People are very Oakland proud.”

Patten residents love their proximity to city life in Downtown Oakland and San Francisco.
Patten residents love their proximity to city life in Downtown Oakland and San Francisco.
Many families are moving to the Patten area because its quiet and safe and affordable.
Many families are moving to the Patten area because its quiet and safe and affordable.
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Older homes of various styles

Early 20th-century homes line the gently sloping streets of Patten in various styles and states of repair. The median year they were built was 1916, and there is a mix of Victorian homes with pointed roofs and wooden trim, Edwardians with bay windows, timbered Tudor-style homes, Craftsman cottages with full front porches and stucco-clad Mediterranean bungalows. Some have garages, while most do not, and cars line the streets. “There’s a big senior community,” Duncan says. “It’s heavily populated by homeowners who have been there for years, but you’re starting now to see the turnover where the aging population is no longer determinant. There are more families with kids.” The average price is $700,000, and homes are on the market for about 26 days, lower than the 44-day national average. Homes tend to be about 1,300 square feet in size. Prices range from $280,000 to $800,000, depending on size and the extent of renovations. An occasional fully remodeled historic home around 2,000 square feet may bring over $1 million.

Patten, in Oakland, has a mix of home-styles, like this American 4 Square Style home.
Patten, in Oakland, has a mix of home-styles, like this American 4 Square Style home.
Craftsman style homes are common home styles in the Patten neighborhood.
Craftsman style homes are common home styles in the Patten neighborhood.
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Community activity centers around churches, arts and history

Multicultural churches of many denominations surround the neighborhood, including Christian Cathedral Church, Greek Assembly of God Church, Martin Luther King Baptist Church and The First Samoan Congregational UCC. Many churches are active in the community; some organize free food distributions. Festivals celebrate culture and community nearby. A Dea del los Muertos celebration is held in October in adjacent Fruitvale, and Oaktoberfest, a beer festival with arts and music, is held in the Dimond District just north. The Peralto Hacienda Historical Park hosts events celebrating Cambodian culture, Japanese arts and the history of Latin American immigration.

The Patten neighborhood is rich with Native American history and artwork depicts the stories.
The Patten neighborhood is rich with Native American history and artwork depicts the stories.
Residents of Patten and the surrounds in Oakland love walking dogs in this quiet area.
Residents of Patten and the surrounds in Oakland love walking dogs in this quiet area.
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Dining and shopping in the Dimond District

Multicultural restaurants are clustered near Fruitvale Avenue on the western border and around the southern tip of Foothill Boulevard. Eateries include Fortune Chinese restaurant, Las Palmas Super Burrito and Los Olivos Salvadoran restaurant. Lucky Three Seven is a Filipino restaurant, and 3 Bottled Fish serves Vietnamese favorites. Several small food shops dot the neighborhood, and a Safeway supermarket is 1 mile north. The Dimond District north of Patten includes Farmer Joe’s Marketplace, a locally owned version of Whole Foods, as well as Willows & Pine restaurant, newly opened by a longtime Oakland chef. Clothing Town sells men’s clothing, and K&G Fashion Superstore is 1.5 miles south.

This taqueria near Patten is popular among residents and kids heading home from school.
This taqueria near Patten is popular among residents and kids heading home from school.
There are many options for street food near Patten.
There are many options for street food near Patten.
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Green space is mainly outside the neighborhood

For recreation, Gwen Jackson Park sits right outside the neighborhood and is a small playground enclosed by a chain-link fence. William D. Wood Park, just to the northwest, has wooded walking trails along Sausal Creek. Peralto Hacienda Historical Park, east of Patten, has a creekside natural area in one section. In the historic Cora adobe area, kids can play while learning about historic construction methods. To the north, Dimond Recreation Center has a public pool and hiking trails extending into the Joaquin Miller Park.

Swings over look a basketball court in the Central Reservoir Park in Oakland.
Swings over look a basketball court in the Central Reservoir Park in Oakland.
Residents love playing baseball at Central Reservoir Park.
Residents love playing baseball at Central Reservoir Park.
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Apply for schools in Oakland’s choice system

Oakland's school of choice system allows parents to apply for the school their child will attend. Kids can start at nearby Manzanita Community School and continue at United for Success Academy Middle School. Both are graded C-minus by Niche. Oakland Charter High School is graded B-plus. The high school focuses on preparing students from underserved communities for success in college.

Manzanita Community Elementary is part of Oakland Unified School District.
Manzanita Community Elementary is part of Oakland Unified School District.
Manzanita Seed is a public elementary school.
Manzanita Seed is a public elementary school.
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Public transportation and highway travel

Buses stop on Fruitvale Avenue and Foothill Boulevard and connect to the BART station just over a mile south in Fruitvale. Patten is located between Interstates 580 and 880, making regional hubs accessible; San Francisco is 16 miles away, and the Oakland International Airport is about 6 miles. The Highland Hospital is 1 mile west.

If Patten residents want to hop on public transportation, there are several bus stops close by.
If Patten residents want to hop on public transportation, there are several bus stops close by.
East Bay Laundry is available to Patten residents who don't have laundry at home.
East Bay Laundry is available to Patten residents who don't have laundry at home.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Metro Oakland International

12 min drive

Bus

Fruitvale Av & Blossom St

Bus

Fruitvale Av & Lynde St

Bus

Fruitvale Av & Logan St

Bus

Fruitvale Av & Foothill Blvd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Patten US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$710,000
Median Single Family Price
$697,500
Median Townhouse Price
$814,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$409,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$466
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Months of Supply
8.70
Median List Price
$725,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
353
Median Year Built
1916
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,315
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,331
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
881
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

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 More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,513
Median Age
38
Population Density
34 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$52,948
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,791

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
76.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
19.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7%
% Population in Labor Force
63.5%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

55 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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