City Guide
Oakland, CA
Overview
Oakland, CA, is home to 440,000 people, making it a mid-sized city in California. Interestingly, Lake Merritt, which is considered a tidal lagoon and not a lake, sits right in the middle of the city of Oakland. Another fun fact is that hundreds of hidden staircases are spread throughout the city and tucked between houses.
What’s it like to live in Oakland, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Oakland, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$915,000
and homes stay on the market for 16 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Oakland are $1,045,750
and $540,000
, respectively. Oakland area townhouses have a median sale price of $987,500
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Oakland, CAExplore our Oakland housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Oakland home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Oakland rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Oakland rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Oakland, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Oakland
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Montclair | $1,825,000 | 91 / 100 | 45 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
North Berkeley | $1,250,000 | 92 / 100 | 93 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Rockridge | $2,200,000 | 92 / 100 | 90 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
West Oakland | $667,500 | 62 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Upper Rockridge | $1,867,500 | 91 / 100 | 47 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Oakland Articles & Neighborhood Content
Read more on the Redfin blogPopular homes for sale in Oakland
See all homes for saleRental listings in Oakland
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsOakland Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '24 - Apr '24, 22% of Oakland homebuyers searched to move out of Oakland, while 78% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Oakland from outside metros.
- New York homebuyers searched to move into Oakland more than any other metro followed by Santa Barbara and Pensacola.
Where are people moving to Oakland from?
- 78% of Oakland homebuyers searched to stay within the Oakland metropolitan area.
Where are people from Oakland moving to?
Number of People Moving to Oakland
least
most
People are moving to Oakland from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '24 - Apr '24 | ||
1 | 284 | ||
2 | 132 | ||
3 | 32 | ||
4 | 18 | ||
5 | 9 | ||
6 | 6 | ||
7 | 5 | ||
8 | 4 | ||
9 | 4 | ||
10 | 3 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Oakland, CA ?
Oakland, CA, is home to many fun activities like watching the sunset behind the Bay Bridge or renting a kayak at Jack London Square. With 46 museums to explore, there are also countless indoor activities in Oakland. Some museums to visit include the Oakland Museum of California, Mills College Art Museum, and Chabot Space and Science Center, which are popular amongst locals and tourists alike. Watch a concert at the Fox Theater or head to RingCentral Coliseum for a baseball game, there are plenty of events to check out. Home to Redwood Regional Park, Joaquin Miller Park, and Morcom Rose Garden, there are many parks where you can spend a relaxing afternoon. For a meal, make sure to stop by Shan Dong Restaurant, Geta Japanese Restaurant, and Tay Ho Restaurant & Bar, just some of the many popular restaurants in Oakland.
Explore some of the best things to do in Oakland
What's the best way to get around Oakland, CA ?
The best way to get around Oakland is by foot, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Oakland has a walk score of 75, meaning this area is very walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Oakland has a transit score of 57, with many nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 94607, 94621 and 94612. You can also get around Oakland by bike. With a bike score of 65, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
Good Transit
Transit Score®
Bikeable
Bike Score®
Oakland Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Oakland has 13 heavy rail stations; Lake Merritt BART Station, Fruitvale BART Station, West Oakland BART Station, 19th Street BART Station, Jack London Square, Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland Coliseum Station, MacArthur BART Station, Amtrak, Capitol Corridor. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 30 car rental locations. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There are 2 bike rental locations.
Airports
Oakland has 4 airports, 1 of which is an international airport.