School Multifamily Home for Sale

The School neighborhood in Oakland, located just off I-580, features tree-lined streets with colorful California homes, towering palms, and pines. This area is known for its community spirit, with neighbors jogging, walking dogs, and hosting block parties. The neighborhood includes a mix of 1920s bungalows, ranch houses, Craftsman, Mission Revival, Victorian, and Queen Anne homes, often in vibrant hues. While shopping options within the neighborhood are limited, residents can visit Tommy's Flowers and Lucky Three Seven for Filipino cuisine. The nearby Dimond District, just five blocks away, offers amenities such as Safeway, Farmer Joe's Marketplace, CVS Pharmacy, Oaklandish clothing store, La Farine Bakery, and Grand Lake Kitchen for dining. The neighborhood enjoys community events like block parties and the annual Oaktoberfest in the Dimond District, celebrating German heritage with live music, Bavarian food, and beer. For recreation, Curt Flood Field provides athletic facilities, while Gwen Jackson Park and Dimond Park offer playgrounds, hiking trails, and sports courts. Commuters benefit from the AC Transit hub at Fruitvale Avenue and MacArthur Boulevard, the Fruitvale BART station 1 mile south, and proximity to I-580 and I-880. The area has a crime rate lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal for families and first-time homebuyers.