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Santa Fe

Santa Fe

$957,851 Average Value
$619 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale

Oakland pocket close to Emeryville and Berkeley

While most of West Oakland’s neighborhoods have extensive histories, Santa Fe is among the oldest. This residential quarter takes its name from the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe (AT&SF) Railway, which once ran through this neighborhood back in the late 19th century. Though the AT&SF may no longer exist, Santa Fe hasn't lost its access to rapid transit. “Oakland is culturally diverse, it's got great public transportation, and there are so many things to do. And I think Santa Fe embodies that,” says Margie Morris, a Realtor with Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno and a 25-year resident of the Bay Area. “Santa Fe is so close to Emeryville and Berkley and all the great stuff to do there, the Pixar Animation Studios are just a few blocks away, the homes are really interesting. It’s got a lot going for it.”

Classic Queen Anne Victorian homes are common around Santa Fe.
Classic Queen Anne Victorian homes are common around Santa Fe.
The Santa Fe neighborhood sits at the border of Berkeley and Oakland.
The Santa Fe neighborhood sits at the border of Berkeley and Oakland.
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Charming Craftsman builds throughout the neighborhood

Santa Fe’s architecture tells the story of a neighborhood in existence since the twilight of the Old West. The oldest houses in Santa Fe date to the 1890s, and many more were built from the 1900s to 1920s, though they've been modernized in recent decades. These vintage properties range in sale price from $575,000 to $1.6 million. A handful of newer homes have been built from the 1970s to the late 2010s, selling for between $1 million and $1.3 million. Tudor Revival, Craftsman and Spanish Colonial styles are widespread, reflecting the Bay Area’s shared Spanish and Anglo history. The occasional white picket fence can be found at the entrance to Santa Fe’s residences, all of which have sidewalk access and most small front gardens.

Beautiful vintage homes can be found in Oakland's Santa Fe neighborhood.
Beautiful vintage homes can be found in Oakland's Santa Fe neighborhood.
Some residents of Santa Fe take great pride in their curb appeal.
Some residents of Santa Fe take great pride in their curb appeal.
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Shopping and dining in nearby Emeryville

Adeline Street is the neighborhood's main retail corridor and connects it to downtown Berkeley. Lois the Pie Queen dishes a taste of Southern hospitality along with servings of pies, fried chicken and catfish within a dining room decked out with photos and vintage décor. Al-Maida Hot Food and Market offers Pakistani cuisine while also selling halal groceries and imported goods. Grocery options are not limited to brand names like Trader Joe’s and Safeway; the Berkeley Bowl Marketplace on Adeline Street specializes in fresh produce and gourmet products.

Whole Foods is in the neighborhood near Santa Fe and is an ideal place to grab groceries.
Whole Foods is in the neighborhood near Santa Fe and is an ideal place to grab groceries.
Lois the Pie Queen in Santa Fe is a great place to start your day.
Lois the Pie Queen in Santa Fe is a great place to start your day.
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Multiple schools serve the community

Sankofa United Elementary School receives a B-minus rating from Niche, while Claremont Middle School scores a B-plus and Oakland Technical High School receives an A. Oakland Tech, modelled after the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s science building, offers pathways in computer science, health, law, fashion, engineering among other fields.

Emerson Elementary School is a public elementary school close to Santa Fe.
Emerson Elementary School is a public elementary school close to Santa Fe.
Santa Fe students are typically in the Oakland Technical High School's district.
Santa Fe students are typically in the Oakland Technical High School's district.
Santa Fe students can attend Sankofa United Elementary School.
Santa Fe students can attend Sankofa United Elementary School.
Claremont Middle School is close to the Santa Fe neighborhood.
Claremont Middle School is close to the Santa Fe neighborhood.
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Residents find fresh air and exercise at Bushrod Park

While Santa Fe may be a small and heavily urbanized neighborhood, small parks are not far away. Temescal Creek Park, located at the neighborhood’s southwest corner, includes a playground, a basketball court and short walking paths. Hidden away along 47th Street, the Temescal Community Garden allows residents to tend small plots of their own. Four blocks east of Santa Fe, Bushrod Park features four basketball courts, two baseball fields and a large playground. The neighboring Bushrod Recreation Center offers a weight room and basketball and volleyball courts, as well as youth soccer and baseball events. The Pixar Animation Studios are about a mile west of the neighborhood, but it is not open to the public.

The Bushrod Recreation Center offers after school activities for the residents of Santa Fe.
The Bushrod Recreation Center offers after school activities for the residents of Santa Fe.
The modern tennis courts at Bushrod Park are popular with Santa Fe locals.
The modern tennis courts at Bushrod Park are popular with Santa Fe locals.
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BART and freeways make it easy to get around

Santa Fe’s location just off State Route 24 puts it within a 3-mile drive from downtown Oakland and a 12-mile journey from the center of San Francisco. This neighborhood is also just a few blocks away from the Ashby BART Station, which can reach downtown Oakland within 15 minutes and San Francisco after 25. Santa Fe is home to the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital. While it's a major employer and makes healthcare more convenient in Santa Fe, it is also a bustling, 24-hor campus.

MacArthur BART borders Santa Fe in Oakland makes commuting without a car easy.
MacArthur BART borders Santa Fe in Oakland makes commuting without a car easy.
The Ashby BART connects Santa Fe to the greater Bay Area.
The Ashby BART connects Santa Fe to the greater Bay Area.
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Transit

Airport

Metro Oakland International

19 min drive

Bus

Martin Luther King Jr Way & 53rd St

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Market St & 62nd St

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Martin Luther King Jr Way & Arlington Av

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Martin Luther King Jr Way & 61st St

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Market St & 52nd St

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Market St & Arlington Av

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Martin Luther King Jr Way & 55th St

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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,028
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1912
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,392
Significantly below the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,295
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,022
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
732
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 18
    1 - 4pm

    914 61st St, Oakland, CA 94608

    $1,275,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 3,007 Sq Ft
    • 914 61st St
    • New 2 days ago

    Rare-dual structure opportunity in the heart of Oakland. This listing includes TWO homes on one lot, offered together at one price. Sewer Lateral Compliant. 912 was built in 2024. Just recently rented out. Tenants are wonderful and would like to stay. All new construction. Dual pane windows. Hrdw Floors. Granite in kitchen and baths. Speakers throughout. 1 car garage with EV charger. Huge

    Selma Michael Bhg Reliance Partners

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  • Saturday, Apr 18
    1 - 4pm

    912 61st St, Emeryville, CA 94608

    $1,275,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 3,007 Sq Ft
    • 912 61st St
    • New 2 days ago

    Rare-dual structure opportunity in the heart of Oakland. This listing includes TWO homes on one lot, offered together at one price. Sewer Lateral Compliant. 912 was built in 2024. Just recently rented out. Tenants are wonderful and would like to stay. All new construction. Dual pane windows. Hrdw Floors. Granite in kitchen and baths. Speakers throughout. 1 car garage with EV charger. Huge

    Selma Michael Bhg Reliance Partners

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  • Saturday, Apr 18
    2 - 4pm

    731 60th St, Oakland, CA 94609

    $1,395,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,697 Sq Ft
    • 731 60th St
    • New 1 day ago

    Set on a generous double lot shaded by towering redwoods and threaded with fruit trees, this 4+BD/3BA Victorian Farmhouse unfolds across three levels and 2,697 SQFT of rich architectural detail: coved and beamed ceilings, leaded glass, picture railings, inlaid hardwood floors, and wainscoting. This historic home was built in 1898 by John MacGregor, whose daughter Helen grew up inside these rooms

    David Gunderman Kw Advisors East Bay

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
3
Median Rent
$2,695
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,388
Median Condo Rent
$2,695
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,695

Demographics

Total Population
4,789
Median Age
39
Population Density
20 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.2%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$108,630
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$126,078

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
60.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.1%
% Population in Labor Force
80.1%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Very friendly

Bike Score®

80 / 100

Very friendly

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Moderately friendly

Transit Score®

70 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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