Seminary
Classic homes with recent updates
Named for Seminary Avenue, a street that cuts through the center of the neighborhood, you’ll find a variety of homes that trace their history back to the early 1900s. There are plenty of classic bungalows and Craftsman homes that were popular at the time, many of which have been updated and renovated with new amenities. You’ll see lots of fenced-in yards, landscaped walkways, street parking, sidewalks and views of the forested Oakland Hills in the distance. The neighborhood is less expensive than the Bay Area median, with homes typically selling for between $400,000 and $600,000.Walkable to elementary, middle school for some
Students in the neighborhood attend Greenleaf Elementary School and Middle School, which is centrally located and walking distance from many homes. Built in 2007, the school has a modern look. Students can also attend Castlemont High School, East Oakland's primary high school. When it first opened in 1929, it had a medieval style façade that inspired many of the school’s traditions, including the school’s mascot and motto.Rainbow Recreation Center among options for sports,
If you’re looking for fun activities and parks, head over to the Rainbow Recreation Center, a newly renovated community center with a contemporary look. Inside, you can attend Zumba and dance classes or take the kids to afterschool programs. Outside, you’ll find colorful sport courts, athletic fields, picnic areas and playgrounds. You can also check out nearby Carter-Gilmore Sports Complex, a community park named after the first African American ever elected to Oakland City Council in 1950. With wide-open greenery, playgrounds, benches and baseball diamonds, it’s a great place to take the kids for an outdoor adventure.Shops and taquerias line International Boulevard
For groceries, you can swing by La Raza Market, a Latin corner store in the heart of the neighborhood, or Shop Rite Supermarket, where you can pick up fresh fruits and veggies. There’s also Walgreens around the corner where you can pick up a prescription or other necessities. Head down International Boulevard, which traverses the neighborhood, and you’ll find casual dining, taquerias and fast-food restaurants. Head south to the neighboring city of San Leandro and can shop at Safeway or visit downtown cafes and bars.Redevelopment planned for Oakland Coliseum
Oakland Coliseum is a few minutes away, as is the Oakland Arena, a 19,000-seat venue where major touring acts perform. Plans are underway to drastically revamp the stadium grounds with a mix of new housing, retail and other amenities in the coming years.Train stations and bus stops nearby
Seminary is a convenient home base for commuters. You’re near both a BART train station, an Amtrak stop and a bus route with dedicated lanes on International Boulevard. Take a ride on the bus or the train and you’ll be able to zip around the East Bay with ease, whether you’re heading north to Berkeley or south to San Jose.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Erica Marr
Erica Marr
COMMUNITY REALTY & INVESTMENTS
(925) 320-3600
77 Total Sales
2 in Seminary
$330K - $465K Price Range
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Varnell Owens
Varnell Owens
Better Homes Realty
(650) 449-4167
65 Total Sales
1 in Seminary
$1,850,000 Price
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Glenn Macayan
Glenn Macayan
Responds QuicklyMy Local Realty Services, Inc
(925) 940-5705
116 Total Sales
1 in Seminary
$515,000 Price
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Elizabeth Rivera-Cerda
Elizabeth Rivera-Cerda
Exp Realty Of California
(650) 449-4082
28 Total Sales
1 in Seminary
$160,000 Price
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Jose Diaz
Jose Diaz
Responds QuicklyJ. Diaz, Realtors
(925) 386-7575
55 Total Sales
1 in Seminary
$580,000 Price
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David Juarez
David Juarez
Compass
(628) 201-6902
78 Total Sales
1 in Seminary
$375,000 Price
Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Maxwell Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Liberation Park
- Trails
- Events
Concordia Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
Carter-Gilmore Park - City of Oakland
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Coliseum Gardens
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Arroyo Viejo Recreation Center and Park
Rainbow Recreation Center and Park
Transit
Seminary Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Seminary, Oakland sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Seminary, Oakland over the last 12 months is $429,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$394,100
Median Sale Price
$429,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$388,150
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$930,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
26
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$301
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
872
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1923
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,130
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,150
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,180
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
486
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
360
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,773
Median Age
34
Population Density
35 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,564
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$65,478
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
18.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.4%
% Population in Labor Force
60.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
76
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
54
/ 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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