Why Live in Upper Piedmont
Upper Piedmont is known for its eclectic mix of architectural styles, featuring midcentury ranch-style homes, midcentury moderns, Tudor Revival, Mediterranean Revival, and Colonial Revival designs. The absence of HOAs allows homeowners to personalize their properties, resulting in a visually diverse neighborhood. Residents enjoy green spaces like Blair Park, popular among dog owners, and Hampton Field, which offers tennis courts, basketball hoops, and more. Piedmont Park, less than a mile away, features walking paths, multi-use courts, and picnic areas, and is surrounded by key institutions such as Piedmont Community Hall, Piedmont High School, and Piedmont Middle School. Although Upper Piedmont lacks a commercial area, nearby Oakland provides access to grocery stores like Safeway and Trader Joe’s, as well as trendy dining and shopping districts such as Temescal, Rockridge, and Montclair Village. Mulberry’s Market serves as a local one-stop shop for residents. The neighborhood hosts various community events, including a Halloween parade, harvest festival, tree lighting ceremony, concerts, and the Turkey Trot. Upper Piedmont is conveniently located about a mile from CA State Route 13, less than 5 miles from Interstate 580, and 11 miles from the San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport. The area is served by highly rated schools, including Havens Elementary, Piedmont Middle School, and Piedmont High School, which is known for its college-like campus and unique annual bird-calling contest.
Home Trends in Upper Piedmont, CA
On average, homes in Upper Piedmont, Piedmont sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 69 days. The median sale price for homes in Upper Piedmont, Piedmont over the last 12 months is $880,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$880,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$880,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$429,999
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$689,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$223
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$672,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%