Why Live in Webster
Webster, a neighborhood in East Oakland, offers affordable living less than 10 miles from downtown Oakland. Known for its diversity and early 20th-century housing, Webster features classic Bungalows and California ranchers on sidewalk-lined streets. The area is well-connected with multiple bus stops and a BART station under two miles away, while State Route 185 provides easy access to Oakland and San Francisco. Oakland International Airport is conveniently located under five miles away. The neighborhood's main commercial corridor along International Boulevard includes local favorites like Reina’s Latin American cuisine and Dixon’s soul food. Residents can shop at Foothill Shopping Center, just two miles away, or at the local Food King market. Webster has two mini parks and is close to Arroyo Viejo Creek Park, which offers baseball diamonds, basketball courts, and soccer fields. The Oakland Zoo, two miles away, features over 850 animals. The Elmhurst Branch of the Oakland Public Library provides indoor recreation. The Oakland Unified School District serves the area, with East Oakland Pride Elementary, Elmhurst United Middle School, and Castlemont High School. Bishop O’Dowd High School is a highly rated private school option. Housing in Webster includes cozy bungalows, California ranchers, colorful townhouses, and apartment complexes, with many homes featuring fenced front lawns and manicured landscaping. The neighborhood's affordability is a significant draw, with prices lower than the rest of Oakland and the Bay Area.
Home Trends in Webster, CA
On average, homes in Webster, Oakland sell after 101 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Webster, Oakland over the last 12 months is $330,000, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$330,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$333,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$249,500
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$320,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$379
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
40
Median List Price
$350,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-20%