Fairfax Houses for Sale

Fairfax, a neighborhood in Oakland, is characterized by its Mediterranean and Craftsman homes dating back to the 1920s and 1930s. These homes often feature shingled roofs, brightly painted exteriors, and spacious front porches, with manicured lawns adorned with trimmed bushes, colorful flora, and occasional palm trees. The area is well-connected, with multiple Alameda-Contra Costa Transit bus stops along Foothill Boulevard providing direct routes to the nearby Fruitvale BART Station, less than two miles west. Interstate 580, about a mile west, offers easy access to San Francisco, which is less than 20 miles away, and the Oakland International Airport, approximately six miles south. Fairfax boasts three community parks within walking distance: Brookdale Park with its playground and basketball courts, Courtland Creek Park featuring a walking trail and creek restoration project, and Maxwell Park known for its mosaic murals and shaded areas. The neighborhood is also close to San Leandro Bay, offering waterside parks and the Tidewater Boating Center for boating and kayaking. Dining options include CocoBreeze Caribbean Restaurant and Bakery, Ruth’s Buka for Nigerian cuisine, and Taqueria El Plaza for Mexican specialties. Grocery shopping is convenient with Cardenas Market and Shop Rite Supermarket nearby. Brookdale Park hosts community events like the Jamaican Food Festival and family-friendly Halloween gatherings, while the Oakland Public Library – Melrose Branch offers weekly art workshops and story time sessions.