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Woodminster

Woodminster

$1,322,155 Average Value
$634 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Woodminster offers scenic hillside living surrounded by parkland

Narrow roads wind through the wooded hills of Woodminster with Oakland’s cityscape on one side and sprawling redwood forests on the other. The neighborhood is bordered by several major East Bay regional parks, making it highly sought after by outdoorsy types. Its elevation above the city also affords scenic views of the Oakland and San Francisco skylines. At the same time, it’s close to state Route 13, which keeps commutes to the city center convenient.

Homes in Woodminster are built into the East Bay hills and surrounded by redwood trees.
Homes in Woodminster are built into the East Bay hills and surrounded by redwood trees.
Woodminster is high in the Oakland Hills with great views of the bay area.
Woodminster is high in the Oakland Hills with great views of the bay area.
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Miles of nearby trails connect you to nature

Woodminster sits alongside several sprawling outdoor destinations. “You’ve got forests and nature and trails. You’re up and away from the city,” says Ernie Sexton of Sexton Group Real Estate, a longtime East Bay agent. Joaquin Miller Park offers miles of hiking and biking trails, a community center and Woodminster Amphitheater, which has a summer concert series. “People use the trails for bike riding and dog walking, and you can just go and be in nature,” says Realtor Mary Canavan of The Grubb Company, who’s sold in the Bay Area since 1989. Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park, also next door, features the largest remaining stand of coast redwood in the region. The Sequoia Bayview Trail runs just south of Woodminster, offering even more hiking and mountain biking trails.

Residents of Woodminster love walking the green and peaceful streets of Woodminster.
Residents of Woodminster love walking the green and peaceful streets of Woodminster.
Woodminster is filled with bikers enjoying the bike trails.
Woodminster is filled with bikers enjoying the bike trails.
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Mix of midcentury and rustic homes set on sloped, forested lots

Woodminster features a mix of midcentury modern, ranch-style, Mediterranean-Revival and contemporary homes, built primarily in the mid-to-late 1900s. Many houses are situated on sloped or wooded lots that blend into the hillside environment. “It’s basically a completely residential area, and you have access to popular regional parks and can get great views of the bay from this point,” says Rich Fleming, a Realtor and broker of Realty ONE Group Future who has lived in the Bay Area for over 20 years. “A lot of the homes here have a sort of rustic style, as they're designed to fit into a wooded area.” Most of the neighborhood’s grandest homes are higher on the slopes with expansive city and bay views. Prices range from the mid-$700,000s to around $1.5 million, depending on the home's size, age and location.

Homes in Woodminster has positioned high in the mountains with amazing views.
Homes in Woodminster has positioned high in the mountains with amazing views.
There area few colorful homes in the Woodminster neighborhood and hills.
There area few colorful homes in the Woodminster neighborhood and hills.
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Local students have priority for nearby Oakland public schools

Woodminster is served by several well-regarded public schools, including Montera Middle School and Skyline High School. The Oakland Unified School District has a school choice system that allows families to apply to any district school. However, the district still uses school attendance zones, and students living within the zone receive priority for admission.

Skyline High students in Oakland love the new track and football field, both state of the art.
Skyline High students in Oakland love the new track and football field, both state of the art.
Montera Middle School in Montclair Is an Excellent School
Montera Middle School in Montclair Is an Excellent School
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Residents have quick routes to downtown, transit and the airport

The neighborhood offers quick access to downtown Oakland and other East Bay cities. Its location near major roads and transit options makes commuting especially convenient. Key points:

  • Route 13 and Interstate 580 are nearby.
  • Downtown Oakland is less than 10 miles away.
  • Bus service available along Joaquin Miller Road.
  • Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport is roughly 10 miles south.

Public bus stops are in a few areas near Woodminster, but a car is essential in this area.
Public bus stops are in a few areas near Woodminster, but a car is essential in this area.
Hwy 13 is on the border of Woodminster and offers a quick route onto larger freeways in the Bay.
Hwy 13 is on the border of Woodminster and offers a quick route onto larger freeways in the Bay.
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Markets, hardware and cafes close to home

“If you move to this area, you typically want solitude and peace and quiet, but you also don’t have to go too far outside for everyday things like shopping and restaurants,” Fleming says. You can drive a few minutes west on Joaquin Miller Road to reach a small commercial area. Local retailers include Woodminster Market, a no-frills stop-and-shop, and Montclair Village Hardware, which offers home improvement and gardening equipment. There are a few restaurants here, too, including Patty's & Buns Burgers and L’acajou Bakery and Café. Another shopping center, Lincoln Square, sits at the opposite end of Woodminster and has a Safeway supermarket.

L'Acajou is a delicious cafe on the edge of Woodminster.
L'Acajou is a delicious cafe on the edge of Woodminster.
The burgers and fries are fresh, delicious and well prices at Pattys and Buns in Woodminster.
The burgers and fries are fresh, delicious and well prices at Pattys and Buns in Woodminster.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Metro Oakland International

19 min drive

Bus

Joaquin Miller Rd & Mountain Blvd

Bus

Joaquin Miller Rd & Butters Dr

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Joaquin Miller Rd & Robinson Dr

Bus

Joaquin Miller Rd & Hedge Ln

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Woodminster US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
389
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1957
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,167
Above the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,675
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 26
    2 - 4:30pm

    3320 Burdeck Dr, Oakland, CA 94602

    $1,399,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,969 Sq Ft
    • 3320 Burdeck Dr

    A HIDDEN GEM! Enter into you own private space surrounded by lush landscaping. Enjoy the feeling when you enter the handsome living-dining room with tall ceilings, elegant engineered wood floors and windows on either side of fireplace. The kitchen has been remodeled to impress even the most fussy cook. Enjoy a primary suite with 2 closets and full bath. Two other bedrooms and remodeled bath on

    Donna Conroy Compass

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  • Saturday, Apr 25
    1 - 4pm

    3600 Klamath St, Oakland, CA 94602

    $1,350,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,432 Sq Ft
    • 3600 Klamath St
    • New 4 days ago

    Come home to sweeping 180 Bay views, perfect for sipping wine at sunset on the expansive upper deck, where the beauty of the Bay takes center stage. Nestled on an approximately one-third acre hillside lot, this light filled retreat offers a serene setting with a true sense of escape. Warm hardwood floors span the main and upper levels, adding timeless character throughout. The remodeled kitchen

    Melissa Rose Embry KW Silicon City

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  • Saturday, Apr 25
    2 - 4:30pm

    10 Burdeck Ct, Oakland, CA 94602

    $1,398,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,636 Sq Ft
    • 10 Burdeck Ct
    • New 3 days ago

    Escape to your own mid-century modern garden retreat! This unique gem combines timeless elegance with natural beauty, offering a private sanctuary perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Located on a small cul-de-sac, it features meandering pathways through botanical splendor, a serene creek, tranquil fountains, greenhouse, a gas grill patio, and a soothing hot tub deck. The single-level layout

    Helen Nicholas Compass

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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 Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
2
Median Rent
$6,500
Median Single Family Home Rent
$6,500
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$6,500

Demographics

Total Population
950
Median Age
52
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
30%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$188,235
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$200,625

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.8%
College Graduates
76%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
41.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.3%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®

30 / 100

Not friendly

Transit Score®

10 / 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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NEIGHBORHOOD
Woodminster
Mike Kavanaugh
Town & Country Realty
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