The story of this market
The typical home in Oakland, California sells for about $715,940, or $565 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.4% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 34 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,978 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+0.5%
CA · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Oakland, California
The Oakland housing market is currently experiencing a period of price stabilization following recent volatility, with inventory levels remaining tight. High interest rates and regional economic concerns are tempering buyer demand, leading to a more balanced market compared to previous years. The city's long-term appeal remains tied to its transit connectivity and urban amenities, though affordability and public safety remain key factors influencing market sentiment.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Oakland yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).
Deterministic aggregate of 5 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved down 4.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 37 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 44.68% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.4% · poverty 14.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
- Six Flags Discovery Kingdom4.123.2 mi
- Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Concord3.716.8 mi
- Children's Fairyland4.50.7 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.417.2 mi
- Dave & Buster's Daly City4.114.3 mi
- Chase Center4.76.8 mi
- Oracle Park4.76.7 mi
- Palace of Fine Arts4.89.7 mi
- Moscone Center4.57.2 mi
- Filoli Historic House & Garden4.723.2 mi
- PIER 394.67.6 mi
- Oracle Park4.76.7 mi
- Golden Gate Bridge4.811.4 mi
- The Painted Ladies4.49 mi
- Fisherman's Wharf4.67.9 mi
- PIER 394.67.6 mi
- Ferry Building4.66.7 mi
- Golden Gate Bridge4.811.4 mi
- The Painted Ladies4.49 mi
- California Academy of Sciences4.610.9 mi
- Golden Gate Park4.811.8 mi
- Mission Dolores Park4.79 mi
- Oakland Zoo4.67.9 mi
- Twin Peaks4.710.3 mi
- Union Square4.47.5 mi
- PIER 394.67.6 mi
- Jack London Square4.50.8 mi
- St. Francis Yacht Club4.79.6 mi
- Pier 404.56.5 mi
- Richmond Yacht Club4.89.5 mi
- Presidio Golf Course4.510.3 mi
- The Olympic Club4.713.9 mi
- Corica Park Golf Course4.25 mi
- TPC Harding Park4.313.3 mi
- Monarch Bay Golf Club4.18.7 mi
- PIER 394.67.6 mi
- Ferry Building4.66.7 mi
- Stonestown Galleria4.312.4 mi
- Serramonte Center4.214.2 mi
- H Mart San Francisco4.512.6 mi
- San Francisco International Airport4.314.2 mi
- Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport4.26.5 mi
- Elevation LVK4.325.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A large tidal lagoon near the city center that serves as a central recreational hub for walking, jogging, and community events.
Located in Knowland Park, this major regional attraction features extensive animal exhibits and conservation programs.
A protected shoreline area offering trails, bird watching, and water access along the San Francisco Bay.
A historic landmark hotel and spa that serves as a major social and recreational anchor in the Oakland Hills.
Oakland is well-suited for urban-oriented professionals and commuters who value proximity to San Francisco and the broader East Bay employment hubs. It also attracts families seeking more space than is available in denser urban cores, though prospective buyers should be prepared for a competitive market and high cost of living.
Public schools in Oakland are served primarily by the Oakland Unified School District, which faces ongoing challenges with academic performance and resource allocation. While some magnet and specialized programs perform well, the district as a whole often ranks below state averages in standardized testing.
The city is a primary transit hub served by BART, AC Transit, and major highway corridors including I-880 and I-580. These connections provide critical access for commuters traveling to San Francisco and throughout the East Bay.
Oakland offers a diverse amenity base, ranging from the expansive waterfront at the Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline to the urban oasis of Lake Merritt. Residents also have access to extensive hiking and nature trails in the Oakland Hills, including Anthony Chabot Regional Park and Joaquin Miller Park.
The rental market in Oakland is characterized by high demand, particularly for transit-accessible units, though rent growth has stabilized recently. Vacancy rates remain relatively tight, and the city has a significant presence of both long-term residential investors and short-term rental activity.
Oakland's economy is anchored by the Port of Oakland, healthcare, and a growing technology and professional services sector. The city benefits from its strategic location in the Bay Area, though it remains sensitive to regional economic shifts and corporate office occupancy trends.
Oakland serves as a major logistics and transit hub, anchored by the Port of Oakland and Oakland International Airport. Development momentum is focused on transit-oriented infill projects near downtown and the waterfront, though large-scale commercial projects have faced recent delays.
Development planning is heavily focused on urban infill and the revitalization of the waterfront and downtown districts. Major projects are currently navigating regulatory and economic hurdles to increase housing supply and commercial capacity.
Parcels in Oakland are subject to various special districts, including those for library services, school district bonds, and flood control managed by Alameda County.
Oakland experiences higher rates of violent and property crime compared to the national average and many neighboring Bay Area cities. Local authorities have implemented various public safety initiatives, though residents continue to report concerns regarding public safety and security.
The city faces significant risks from seismic activity due to its proximity to the Hayward Fault, as well as wildfire risks in the hilly eastern neighborhoods. Insurance premiums for homeowners have seen upward pressure due to these environmental factors and broader California market conditions.
The property insurance market in Oakland is increasingly challenging due to wildfire risks in the hills and general regional volatility. Premiums have risen, and some carriers have restricted coverage, impacting overall housing affordability.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (California) — Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act Special Parcel Tax Assessment: Levies an annual direct, non-ad valorem special tax directly on the parcel's secured property tax bill to fund designated community infrastructure (e.g., roads, sewer facilities, school facilities, emergency services) and repay municipal debt bonds. State (California) — California Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption: Reduces the taxable assessed value of the qualifying owner-occupied principal residence by $7,000 against the county assessment roll, generating a direct tax savings of approximately $70 annually (computed as $7,000 × 1% base rate). State (California) — California Proposition 13 Ad Valorem Real Property Tax: Establishes a base ad valorem tax rate capped at 1.0% of assessed value plus voter-approved local indebtedness and direct assessments (typically resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.1% to 1.25%).
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and ACS 5-year estimates.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
applies when — Parcels located within specific geographic boundaries defined by voter-approved debt or special district formation.
Additional ad valorem levies or fixed charges added to the property tax bill to fund local school bonds, city services, or special district infrastructure.
Rates vary by TRA and are published annually in the County Tax Rate Book.
Imposes regulatory constraints on land use, building standards, nuisance abatement, and environmental health requirements across the county, including unincorporated areas.
Codified ordinances maintained by the Alameda County Clerk of the Board of Supervisors.
The tax is calculated by applying a composite tax rate to the assessed value of the property. The base rate is 1% of the assessed value as mandated by California Proposition 13, plus additional voter-approved debt service rates and special assessments specific to the parcel's Tax Rate Area (TRA). Exemptions include the Homeowners' Exemption ($7,000 reduction in assessed value for primary residences).
Governed by California Constitution Article XIIIA and Alameda County Auditor-Controller tax rate books updated annually.
Governance registry — every jurisdiction re-researches on a rolling 90-day cycle. Property reports compose these inherited burdens into a per-parcel ledger with conditional determinations. Informational only — not legal advice.