Gaskill, Emeryville, CA
At a glance
Gaskill is ranked #2 of 10 neighborhoods in Emeryville with an overall score of 3.4/5. Its standout factors are nearby merchants (4.7/5) and safety (3.5/5, 4th of 10 in Emeryville), at a median home price of $859.96k, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $106,000. The trade-offs are curb appeal (2.5/5) and public spaces (3.0/5), though prices run about 15% below the Emeryville median.
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Gaskill is a low-traffic pocket bordered by San Pablo Avenue’s funky storefronts to the west and the Adeline corridor’s cafés to the east. The housing mix leans toward early-1900s cottages and bungalows, many freshly painted and sporting drought-tolerant front gardens, alongside a sprinkle of modern townhomes closer to the Temescal Creek greenbelt. Weekends revolve around Golden Gate Library’s events, pickup soccer at Temescal Creek Park Playground, and strolling to Cassava or Wolfhound Bar on 55th for dinner without ever starting the car. Commuters appreciate quick AC Transit rides into downtown Oakland or a five-minute bike to Emeryville’s Amtrak station. Evenings stay lively but not rowdy thanks to neighborhood breweries and live-music cafés dotting Stanford and Adeline. The main trade-offs are scarce curb parking after 6 p.m. and occasional truck rumble from nearby repair shops, though most blocks feel safe and well-lit thanks to active neighborhood watch groups and a steady dog-walking crowd.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants4.7
Public Spaces3
Curb Appeal2.5
Overall Amenities score: 3.1
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Marin Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Ocean View Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Beach Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Havens Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Wildwood Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| LIFE Academy | Middle | 6-12 | |
| Claremont Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Oakland Technical High | High | 9-12 |
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Gaskill FAQs10 answers
Is Gaskill a good place to live?
Gaskill ranks 2nd of 10 neighborhoods in Emeryville with an overall Houseberry score of 3.4 out of 5. Its strongest factors are nearby merchants (4.7/5) and safety (3.5/5). The trade-offs are curb appeal (2.5/5) and public spaces (3.0/5).
Is Gaskill safe?
Gaskill, Emeryville scores 3.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 4th of 10 neighborhoods in Emeryville.
What do homes in Gaskill cost?
The median home price in Gaskill, Emeryville is $859.96k, compared with $1.01M for Emeryville as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $106,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Gaskill rising or falling?
The median home price in Gaskill, Emeryville is down about 4.5% over the past 12 months, from $900.55k to $859.96k. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Gaskill?
Schools serving Gaskill, Emeryville include Cornell Elementary (4.7/5), Marin Elementary (4.5/5), Ocean View Elementary (3.5/5), Beach Elementary (5.0/5) and Havens Elementary (4.7/5). 4 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Gaskill?
Gaskill, Emeryville receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 4th of 10 in Emeryville. Summer days run 56° to 71°F and winter days 45° to 60°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 23 inches a year.
Is Gaskill walkable to shops and restaurants?
Gaskill, Emeryville scores 4.7 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.1 out of 5, 9th of 10 in Emeryville.
What is Gaskill known for?
Gaskill, Emeryville is associated with Library Hub, Pocket Park and Global Eats. Its highest-scoring factor is nearby merchants (4.7/5).
How does Gaskill compare to other Emeryville neighborhoods?
Gaskill ranks 2nd of 10 neighborhoods in Emeryville. It ranks 4th of 10 in Emeryville for safety (3.5/5) and scores lowest on curb appeal (2.5/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Emeryville are Bayfront and Peninsula and Longfellow.
What are the downsides of living in Gaskill?
Gaskill, Emeryville scores lowest on curb appeal (2.5/5) and public spaces (3.0/5).
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