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5918 Taft Ave, Oakland, CA 94618

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$1,398,000

3 beds • 1 baths • 1,340 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 7,195 /mo. †

6.67% APR for 30 yrs.
$0 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • $1,043.28
    Price per square foot

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

  • Fireplace
    Heating System

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Welcome to this beautifully updated Craftsman home, located on Taft Avenue, a hidden gem in the heart of Rockridge. As you approach, you are greeted by a delightful front garden and an expansive porch, perfect for relaxing with a morning cup of coffee. This home is a short walk from boutique shopping, exceptional dining options, and convenient commuting access to Rockridge BART, AC Transit, Highways 13 and 24. This Craftsman home has contemporary enhancements , upgrades throughout its open-concept layout. The entryway leads to a spacious living , dining area, showcasing the original stone fireplace & new hardwood floors. The kitchen has been modernized, featuring new appliances, countertops, cabinets, a breakfast bar, complemented by a large prep area and a breakfast nook. The full laundry room adds storage and functionality to the space. Two front bedrooms let in natural light & have generous closet space. The spa-inspired bathroom has double sinks and new tiling. The primary bedroom is located at the rear of the home, with its own half bath and overlooks the backyard. Step outside to find a garden complete with real grass, raised beds for your vegetables, and concrete space for outdoor seating. The rear and side yards are fully fenced, providing a private retreat.
MLS# 41084405

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Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Appliances
    Dryer, Garbage Disposer, Microwave, Range, Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Exterior Type
    Brick, Stucco
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Floor Covering
    Engineered Wood
  • Heating System
    Fireplace, Forced Air
  • Lot Size
    0.1 Acres

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Schools

Chabot Elementary School

Grades KG-5 Public School

Oakland, CA 94618 0.5 miles
6686 chabot rd

568 total students
25:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A-

School Details

Claremont Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Oakland, CA 94618 0.3 miles
5750 college ave

498 total students
18:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B-

School Details

Oakland Technical High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Oakland, CA 94611 0.9 miles
4351 broadway

1961 total students
20:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B+

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Rockridge Montessori School 0.2 miles Private PK-TKG
Mentoring Academy 0.5 miles Private 8-12
The College Preparatory School 0.5 miles Private 9-12
Hillcrest K-8 School 0.8 miles Public KG-8 B+
Escuela Bilingue Internacional 0.8 miles Private PK-8
Peralta Elementary School 0.8 miles Public KG-5 B
Aurora School 0.8 miles Private KG-6
Holy Names High School 0.9 miles Private 9-12
St Theresa School 0.9 miles Private KG-8
Emerson Elementary School 0.9 miles Public KG-5 B-
John Muir Elementary School 0.9 miles Public KG-5 B
Kaiser Elementary School 1 miles Public KG-5
Sankofa Academy 1 miles Public PK-8 C
Piedmont Avenue Elementary School 1 miles Public KG-5 D
Oakland International High School 1 miles Public 9-12 D-
Pacific Boychoir Academy 1.1 miles Private 3-8
Emerson Elementary School 1.2 miles Public KG-5 B

Rockridge Montessori School

Distance: 0.2 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-TKG

Mentoring Academy

Distance: 0.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: 8-12

The College Preparatory School

Distance: 0.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: 9-12

Hillcrest K-8 School

Distance: 0.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-8

B+

Escuela Bilingue Internacional

Distance: 0.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Peralta Elementary School

Distance: 0.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B

Aurora School

Distance: 0.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-6

Holy Names High School

Distance: 0.9 miles

Type Private

Grades: 9-12

St Theresa School

Distance: 0.9 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-8

Emerson Elementary School

Distance: 0.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B-

John Muir Elementary School

Distance: 0.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B

Kaiser Elementary School

Distance: 1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

Sankofa Academy

Distance: 1 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-8

C

Piedmont Avenue Elementary School

Distance: 1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

D

Oakland International High School

Distance: 1 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

D-

Pacific Boychoir Academy

Distance: 1.1 miles

Type Private

Grades: 3-8

Emerson Elementary School

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B

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Local area information for Oakland, CA 94618

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Oakland, CA 94618

This community’s employment is highest in the education and administrative support industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

74° September
Hottest Average Month
41° January
Coldest Average Month
7,380 Total Households in Area
-3.5% Increase in population since the year 2010
27%
of households
have children
23 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Demographic facts
for Oakland, CA 94618

Oakland, CA 94618 has a population of 16,069 people in 7,380 households with a median age of 42.1 years old.

-3.5%
Decrease in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending down
7,243
Total households as of 2010
6.4%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 42.1 years old. The smallest percentage group is 25-34 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 64%
Asian 14%
Hispanic 8%
Black 5%
Other 2%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 64%, followed by Asian at 14%, Hispanic at 8%, and Black at 5%.

Economics
for Oakland, CA 94618

6,586 /sq mi
Population Density
$184,702 /yr
Median Household Income
$1,562,500
Median Sales Price
23 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is Over $200k representing 45.2% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 43%
  • Work from Home 28%
  • Public Transit 22%
  • Walk or Bike 6%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 4,672 60%
Rented 2,708 35%
Vacant 447 6%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 97%
Blue Collar 3%

Family & Education Facts
for Oakland, CA 94618

42.1 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.2
persons per
household

47.3%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

Graduate Degree 48%
Bachelors Degree 36%
Some College 8%
Associates Degree 3%
High School Graduate 3%
Some High School 2%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is Graduate Degree, representing 47.77% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
27% of households have children

Weather
for Oakland, CA 94618

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 74° F in September to a low of 41° F in January

74° September
Hottest Average Month
41° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
41°
56°
Feb
43°
60°
Mar
45°
62°
Apr
47°
65°
May
50°
68°
Jun
53°
71°
Jul
54°
73°
Aug
55°
73°
Sep
54°
74°
Oct
51°
71°
Nov
46°
63°
Dec
42°
56°

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