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Meek Mansion is a historical icon and the Ashland neighborhood.
Once an agricultural oasis…
Named for the Oregon ash trees that initially populated the area, the small 2-square-mile community of Ashland, California, got its start with the arrival of agriculture pioneer William Meek. It continued to expand with the introduction of the Oakland-San Leandro-Hayward Electric Railway in the early 1890s, spearheaded by his son, Horry. The track — originally called County Road — has since blossomed into the bustling East 14th Street/Mission Boulevard commercial corridor where multicultural dining and retail shopping thrive. “Ashland is kind of up-and-coming, and it’s got a lot of investment in street infrastructure, landscaping, lighting, etcetera,” says Louis Heystek, an East Bay Realtor with Compass. While the neighborhood may be small in size, Ashland's location by the San Francisco Bay and its opportunities for fun and growth make it a prime spot.
Fun for first-time homebuyers
Ashland is considered a suburb of Oakland, and it maintains an urban feel that gives residents the best of both worlds. Cozy homes dating back to the 1940s lace the residential streets of the neighborhood, with bungalows being the most prevalent style. Contemporary options can also be found, along with townhouses and condos, and energy-efficient new builds are joining the fold as the community continues to grow. Price tags can range from $700,000 to $900,000, and new builds start at just over $1 million.
There are craftsman homes available in the Ashland neighborhood.
You're find new build bungalow homes in the Ashland neighborhood.
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A historic park and innovative youth center
Meek Park brings a certain vibrance to the area while maintaining ties to the past. Named for William Meek, referred to as the county’s first farmer, the park sits on the grounds of his historic mansion. Park visitors enjoy going for early morning jogs and walking their dogs while admiring the sights and sounds of their surroundings, including the classic and decorative fountain in the center. Children can enjoy the intricate play structure, and there are several grill and barbecue areas for outdoor gatherings. The no-cost Recreation, Education, Arts, Career and Health Services (REACH) Youth Center is a neighborhood staple for youth and young adult engagement. The center regularly holds programming — including boxing, coding and a food lab — along with seasonal celebrations.
Ashland residence enjoy the Meek Park Play ground.
REACH Ashland Youth Center as a vital centerpiece in the Ashland neighborhood.
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A family-friendly festival
One of the biggest events residents can look forward to is the Ashland/Cherryland FamFest Spring Event. Held in May of each year, the day-long festival provides attendees with live music performances while they visit food trucks and sample craft beers from local eateries and breweries. The event also has designated children’s play areas with arts and crafts stations, games with prizes and local vendors for a little small-business shopping. While the festival itself happens in May, it’s also paired with a 5K run that takes place every October.
Where shoppers and diners go
There are several favorite food spots around the neighborhood to frequent. According to Heystek, Angry Fish is a go-to for sushi, while Crabby Crabby gives a nice mix of seafood boils and Asian fusion sides. For fresh produce and live music, locals go to the San Leandro Farmers’ Market at Bayfair Center, open Saturdays year-round. Fashion Faire Place and Fairmont Square are two area shopping centers that residents can visit for their retail needs.
One of the first malls in the East Bay, the very popular Bayfair Center has been a one-stop shop since the 1950s. Now, with the Bay Fair Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Plan being discussed over the last few years, San Leandro is looking to create a new mixed-use community in the area. “The interior of the Bayfair Mall has already begun being converted to office space for research and development companies,” says Lars Hall of the San Leandro Community Development Department. “It’s a good reuse of the interior while retail remains on the exterior.” Target, Kohl’s and Old Navy remain open as anchor stores, and the Cinemark Century Theatre is still in business. The potential new community would include retail, housing, green space and much more focused around the proximity of the Bay Fair BART Station.
Crabby Crabby in Ashland is the best hidden secret seafood restaurant.
Angry Fish in Ashland is the best Sushi restaurant in town.
Locals prefer getting their groceries at the San Leandro Bayfair Farmers' Market.
You'll be able to find the highly rated Crabby Crabby in the Ashland neighborhood?
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Bayfair BART station in Ashland connects locals everywhere in the Bay Area.
Bet on BART
The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) bus routes are conveniently located throughout the Ashland neighborhood, with the Bay Fair Station located on Hesperian Boulevard providing daily service to cities like Richmond and San Jose. The neighborhood is also bisected by East 14th Street/Highway 185, bound by Interstates 238 (just past the San Lorenzo Creek) and 580 and has immediate access to I-880. Oakland and San Francisco are about a 20- to 30-minute drive from Ashland, and San Francisco is about 30 minutes, and both cities have BART access. Several nearby healthcare and technology companies have an easy commute to Ashland, most notably Kaiser Permanente Oakland Med, PeopleSoft and Dell.
Expressions in education
Part of the San Lorenzo Unified School District, Ashland residents can send their children to Hillside Elementary School and Edendale Middle School — both with C-minus scores on Niche — to prepare them for studies at East Bay Arts High School, which scores a B-minus. As part of the school’s quarterly projects, all East Bay Arts students participate in Expressions, where they create and present their own art project based on that year’s theme. An entire school day is dedicated to these presentations as students see what their classmates have been working on.
Served by the Alameda County Sheriff's Office
Ashland has an average overall CAP Index score of 5. Motor vehicle theft in the area scores a 7; however, because of its unincorporated status, the community receives direct services from the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office.
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Parks in this Area
Edendale Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Soccer
Meek Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Playground
Fairmont Dr. Linear Park
Playground
Hesperian Park
Playground
Paradise Community Garden
Botanical Gardens
Old Creek Dog Park of Cherryland
Dog Park
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
13 min drive
Subway
Bay Fair Station
Bus
E 14th St & 170th Av
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E 14th St & 164th Av
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E 14th St & 163rd Av
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E 14th St & Fairmont Dr
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Ashland Av & Galway Dr
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Elgin St & Linnea Av
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164th Av & Foothill Blvd
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.520 Reviews
3.0Niche User
9/29/2014Niche Review
i think the local stores do their best.
4.0Niche User
2/16/2016Niche Review
There are crimes that happen on the street, but rarely in cases where it is burglary.
3.0Niche User
8/24/2014Niche Review
In the area I live in, well there is nothing huge around here. The mall near my house is very small and not a lot to do in this area.
3.0Niche User
8/24/2014Niche Review
Around the area I live are tons of fast food restaurant's such as McDonalds, Burger King, Carl's Jr, Wendy's and the list goes one. Although, I feel like not every restaurant are clean as they should be. Now, night clubs and stuff like that aren't no where here in this area, the majority have to a different city.
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Ashland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ashland, San Leandro sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Ashland, San Leandro over the last 12 months is $395,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
21,860
Median Age
38
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$70,988
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$90,513
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
19.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.4%
% Population in Labor Force
68.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
78/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
56/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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