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Fairview Park, Oakland, CA

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3.7 /5
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Ranked 8th /130 in Oakland, CA

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

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    Price
    $1.59M
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    Overvalued
    $14k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    19%

At a glance

Fairview Park is ranked #8 of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall score of 3.7/5. Its standout factors are nearby merchants (5.0/5) and schools (4.1/5, 3rd of 130 in Oakland), at a median home price of $1.59M, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $14,000. The trade-off is curb appeal (3.4/5), with prices running about 63% above the Oakland median.

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Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Pocket-park playground, Easy BART commute, Craftsman bungalow blocks

Fairview Park sits on a flat triangular wedge between Alcatraz Avenue and Highway 24, framed by College Avenue on the east and Shattuck's sister streets on the west. One- and two-story Craftsman bungalows dominate streets like Dana, McAuley, and Colby, many with deep porches and mature plane trees. Small post-war apartment buildings appear near the southern edge, but the lots stay compact, giving the neighborhood a cozy, human scale that contrasts with the elevated freeway a block away. Everyday needs are a short stroll. Safeway, Boichik Bagels, and a cluster of casual eateries line College and Claremont, while Trader Joe's and Rockridge BART anchor the southeast corner and put downtown Oakland or San Francisco minutes away. Inside the boundary, pocket-sized Colby Park offers a playground and lawn, and Bushrod Park's sports fields lie a block west for bigger gatherings. Flat terrain, low traffic, and continuous sidewalks make it easy to push a stroller, walk a dog, or bike over to Temescal. The vibe is friendly and down-to-earth. Most homes show fresh paint and cared-for drought gardens without feeling overly manicured, and longtime residents mix with newcomers drawn by the transit access and the food scene along College and Telegraph. The combination of a flat, walkable grid and a one-stop BART ride is what keeps this small wedge in steady demand.

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Neighborhood Amenities

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    Near good merchants

    5.0

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    Public Spaces

    3.6

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    Curb Appeal

    3.4

Overall Amenities score: 3.8

Neighborhood Weather

77%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 77% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
Fairview Park ranks 6th of 130 for sunshine in Oakland, and it out-suns about a third of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is September, averaging 75° highs, and it gets about 24 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low temperature
80°65°50°35°JFMAMJJASONDSep 75°
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Rank in Oakland
6th of 130
Across the Bay Area
29th percentile
Rain per year
24 in
Warmest month
Sep 75° avg high
Summer day
55° → 73°F
Winter day
45° → 59°F
Sunshine and temperature figures are 30-year climate averages for this neighborhood's location.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Chabot Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.5/5
Peralta Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.5/5
Claremont Middle Middle6-8
3.9/5
Oakland Technical High High9-12
3.8/5

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Houseberry School Score Data

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Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.

Median Price

Fairview Park FAQs10 answers

Is Fairview Park a good place to live?

Fairview Park ranks 8th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall Houseberry score of 3.7 out of 5. Its strongest factors are nearby merchants (5.0/5) and schools (4.1/5). The trade-offs are curb appeal (3.4/5) and a median home price of $1.59M against the Oakland median of $974.22k.

Is Fairview Park safe?

Fairview Park, Oakland scores 3.6 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 30th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland.

What do homes in Fairview Park cost?

The median home price in Fairview Park, Oakland is $1.59M, compared with $974.22k for Oakland as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $14,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in Fairview Park rising or falling?

The median home price in Fairview Park, Oakland is down about 20.0% over the past 12 months, from $1.99M to $1.59M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve Fairview Park?

Schools serving Fairview Park, Oakland include Chabot Elementary (4.5/5), Peralta Elementary (4.5/5), Claremont Middle (3.9/5) and Oakland Technical High (3.8/5).

What is the weather like in Fairview Park?

Fairview Park, Oakland receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 6th of 130 in Oakland. Summer days run 55° to 73°F and winter days 45° to 59°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 24 inches a year.

Is Fairview Park walkable to shops and restaurants?

Fairview Park, Oakland scores 5.0 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.6 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.8 out of 5, 16th of 130 in Oakland.

What is Fairview Park known for?

Fairview Park, Oakland is associated with Pocket-park playground, Easy BART commute and Craftsman bungalow blocks. Its highest-scoring factors are nearby merchants (5.0/5) and schools (4.1/5).

How does Fairview Park compare to other Oakland neighborhoods?

Fairview Park ranks 8th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland. It ranks 3rd of 130 in Oakland for schools (4.1/5) and scores lowest on curb appeal (3.4/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Oakland are Merriwood and Piedmont Pines.

What are the downsides of living in Fairview Park?

Fairview Park, Oakland scores lowest on curb appeal (3.4/5). Its median home price of $1.59M runs about 63% above the Oakland median of $974.22k.

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