Why Live in Caballo Hills
Caballo Hills in Oakland features diverse streetscapes, from flat and straight to winding and steep. The neighborhood's homes are closely spaced with well-maintained front yards. The Ridgemont subdivision and Campus Drive offer elevated views of the bay and city skyline. Housing styles include 1980s ranch and split-level homes, as well as newer Mediterranean designs. Condos and townhouses, often contemporary, are found in both lower and higher elevations, with newer constructions on Skyview Drive providing scenic vistas. Caballo Hills is home to Merritt College, known for its nursing program. Local schools include Carl B. Munck Elementary, Montera Middle School, and Skyline High School, which offers AP classes and specialized academies. Nature enthusiasts can explore Leona Canyon Regional Open Space Preserve and Leona Heights Park, featuring trails, waterfalls, and creeks. Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park, just outside the neighborhood, offers additional trails and campgrounds. Route 13 and Interstate 580 provide easy access to downtown Oakland and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge, with Oakland International Airport 8 miles south. Social events, such as the Summer Solstice party at Leona Heights Park, foster community engagement. Nearby shopping and dining options include Lincoln Square Shopping Center, Farmer Joe’s Marketplace, and various eateries along Macarthur Boulevard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Caballo Hills a good place to live?
Caballo Hills is a good place to live. Caballo Hills is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Caballo Hills has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.2 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $189,795 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 69.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Caballo Hills are home owners, with 22.2% of residents renting and 77.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Caballo Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Caballo Hills neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Caballo Hills?
The median home price in Caballo Hills is $372,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $74,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,930 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $83K a year to afford the median home price in Caballo Hills. The average household income in Caballo Hills is $190K.
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Home Trends in Caballo Hills, CA
On average, homes in Caballo Hills, Oakland sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Caballo Hills, Oakland over the last 12 months is $370,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$370,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$370,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$610,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$289
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
35
Median List Price
$372,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%