Fitchburg, Oakland, CA
At a glance
Fitchburg is ranked #127 of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall score of 1.6/5. Its standout factor is nearby merchants (3.6/5), at a median home price of $525.79k. It ranks 118th of 130 in Oakland for safety. The trade-offs are schools (1.6/5) and safety (1.6/5), though prices run about 46% below the Oakland median.
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Fitchburg is one of the old roadside settlements of East Oakland, a name that dates to the 19th century when small communities grew up along the Oakland-San Leandro Road before annexation folded them into the city. Today it reads as a flat residential grid of 1920s cottages and post-war homes in the stretch between Foothill and International, sharing the look and rhythm of the surrounding flats: narrow fenced lots, light tree cover, and upkeep that shifts from block to block. Daily life runs on the corridors. The markets, taquerias, and bakeries of International and Foothill cover quick needs, with larger grocery options a drive away toward Foothill Square, and AC Transit handles the main streets while most trips happen by car. There is little dedicated green space inside the boundary, so park time means heading to one of the nearby East Oakland recreation centers. What distinguishes Fitchburg is mostly its history as a once-independent settlement rather than any single landmark standing today, and the public record on its precise present-day boundaries is thin. The honest read for buyers is the familiar East Oakland equation: affordable stand-alone homes and central access set against limited parks and retail inside the boundary, modest curb appeal, and the safety concerns common to this part of the city.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants3.6
Public Spaces2.3
Curb Appeal2.3
Overall Amenities score: 2.5
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| EnCompass Academy Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Community United Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Greenleaf Elementary | Primary | K-8 | |
| New Highland Academy | Primary | K-5 | |
| ACORN Woodland Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Coliseum College Prep Academy | Middle | 6-12 | |
| LIFE Academy | Middle | 6-12 | |
| Madison Park Academy 6-12 | Middle | 6-12 | |
| Castlemont High | High | 9-12 |
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Fitchburg FAQs10 answers
Is Fitchburg a good place to live?
Fitchburg ranks 127th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall Houseberry score of 1.6 out of 5. Its strongest factor is nearby merchants (3.6/5). The trade-offs are schools (1.6/5) and safety (1.6/5).
Is Fitchburg safe?
Fitchburg, Oakland scores 1.6 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 118th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland.
What do homes in Fitchburg cost?
The median home price in Fitchburg, Oakland is $525.79k, compared with $974.22k for Oakland as a whole.
Are home prices in Fitchburg rising or falling?
The median home price in Fitchburg, Oakland is up about 6.0% over the past 12 months, from $496.04k to $525.79k. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Fitchburg?
Schools serving Fitchburg, Oakland include EnCompass Academy Elementary (1.4/5), Community United Elementary (0.8/5), Greenleaf Elementary (1.7/5), New Highland Academy (0.7/5) and ACORN Woodland Elementary (1.6/5). 4 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Fitchburg?
Fitchburg, Oakland receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 94th of 130 in Oakland. Summer days run 56° to 72°F and winter days 45° to 59°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 21 inches a year.
Is Fitchburg walkable to shops and restaurants?
Fitchburg, Oakland scores 3.6 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 2.3 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 2.5 out of 5, 124th of 130 in Oakland.
What is Fitchburg known for?
Fitchburg, Oakland is associated with Historic roadside settlement, Affordable flatland grid and Corridor convenience.
How does Fitchburg compare to other Oakland neighborhoods?
Fitchburg ranks 127th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland. It ranks 118th of 130 in Oakland for safety (1.6/5) and scores lowest on schools (1.6/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Oakland are Crocker Highlands and Piedmont.
What are the downsides of living in Fitchburg?
Fitchburg, Oakland scores lowest on schools (1.6/5) and safety (1.6/5).
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