Homes for Sale in Oakland

Stunning bay views, lush parkland, green open spaces and proximity to the Pacific Ocean help make Oakland one of the most beautiful urban areas in the nation. The eighth largest city in the state with more than 400,000 residents, Oakland is located at the center of the San Francisco Bay Area and the East Bay Regional Park District, a system that encompasses more than 50 parks and 20 hiking trails on approximately 75,000 acres. The city has undertaken redevelopment projects throughout the downtown area. The Historic District is home to renovated buildings such as the Tribune Tower, the Beaux Arts-style Broadway Building and other early 20th century landmarks. The real estate market of Oakland is varied, with single-family homes, condominiums and townhouses available in a range of styles and prices.
Located in the coastal foothills and surrounded entirely by Oakland is the thriving city of Piedmont - a name meaning "foot of the mountain." Piedmont is an exclusive residential community known for its lush greenery, stately upscale homes and stunning views of San Francisco and the wooded Oakland Hills. The city covers approximately 1.8 square miles and is home to fewer than 12,000 residents. Its ideal location affords residents a variety of recreational options, ranging from organized sports and programs to annual community events. Local students are fortunate to attend schools within the renowned Piedmont Unified School District. Many excellent post-secondary schools are within driving distance. Piedmont real estate consists primarily of exclusive single-family homes and premier estate properties, many with scenic bay views.

Oakland's real estate market offers a mix of housing types. Condominiums and townhouses start in the high $200,000s and can reach as high as $2.3 million. Upper Rockridge, Claremont Pines and Crocker Highlands contain traditional and contemporary single-family homes and estate properties, with prices ranging from approximately $800,000 to $2 million. The Oakland Hills offer many exciting neighborhoods. Montclair, Piedmont Pines, Ridgemont, Hiller Highlands and Oakmore offer charming homes along tree-lined streets, many with wonderful views. Prices range from approximately $500,000 to $1 million. Rockridge, Lincoln Heights, Glenview and Redwood Heights offer craftsmen bungalows in a more urban setting. Land and lots are available for custom development.
Piedmont's real estate offerings are more upscale. The community is known for its magnificent mansions, charming neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, breathtaking turn-of-the-century architecture and beautiful landscaping. Many properties are located on the community's hillsides, offering striking views. Single-family detached homes are priced from the low $600,000s for three-bedroom properties. Prices for larger luxury homes featuring acreage, established flower gardens, magnificent bay views and other outstanding amenities can range well into the millions. If you are thinking of buying or selling your home, just fill out the FREE REAL ESTATE INFORMATION REQUEST FORM. Then, top real estate agent Top Agent in CA will provide you with any information or assistance with your home. All contents on this and related web sites are provided by Top Agent in CA, the home and property specialist, specializing in Oakland real estate and home values in Alameda County, California.