Hawthorne, Oakland, CA
At a glance
Hawthorne is ranked #75 of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall score of 2.2/5. Its standout factor is nearby merchants (5.0/5), at a median home price of $646.33k. It ranks 66th of 130 in Oakland for safety. The trade-offs are schools (1.7/5) and safety (2.6/5), though prices run about 34% below the Oakland median.
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Hawthorne is a dense residential pocket in the San Antonio district, east of Lake Merritt in the older flats between Foothill Boulevard and International. The housing is a tight mix of early-1900s Victorians, cut-up flats, and stucco apartment buildings on small lots, with the jacaranda-shaded streets and block-by-block upkeep that run through this part of Oakland. It sits within walking distance of Lake Merritt's eastern arm and the channel. Daily life leans on the surrounding corridors. International and Foothill carry the markets, taquerias, and Southeast Asian cafes that define San Antonio's commercial life, and frequent buses connect to Lake Merritt and Fruitvale BART. For green space, San Antonio Park and Josie de la Cruz Park sit a short walk off, and the Lake Merritt shoreline is close enough to fold into a morning loop. Highland Hospital and its siren traffic are nearby on the eastern side. This is central, affordable, immigrant-anchored Oakland, a part of town where the food and the density are the draw and a one-stop transit ride downtown is easy. The honest accounting is the San Antonio standard: lake and downtown proximity at lower prices set against limited parkland inside the boundary, tight parking, and the litter and safety concerns that come with a busy, built-up flatland.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants5.0
Public Spaces2.9
Curb Appeal2.6
Overall Amenities score: 3.2
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Think College Now | Primary | K-5 | |
| Garfield Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| International Community | Primary | K-5 | |
| United for Success Academy | Middle | 6-8 | |
| LIFE Academy | Middle | 6-12 | |
| Roosevelt Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Urban Promise Academy | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Fremont High | High | 9-12 |
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Hawthorne FAQs10 answers
Is Hawthorne a good place to live?
Hawthorne ranks 75th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall Houseberry score of 2.2 out of 5. Its strongest factor is nearby merchants (5.0/5). The trade-offs are schools (1.7/5) and safety (2.6/5).
Is Hawthorne safe?
Hawthorne, Oakland scores 2.6 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 66th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland.
What do homes in Hawthorne cost?
The median home price in Hawthorne, Oakland is $646.33k, compared with $974.22k for Oakland as a whole.
Are home prices in Hawthorne rising or falling?
The median home price in Hawthorne, Oakland is up about 1.7% over the past 12 months, from $635.79k to $646.33k. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Hawthorne?
Schools serving Hawthorne, Oakland include Think College Now (1.6/5), Garfield Elementary (0.9/5), International Community (1.3/5), United for Success Academy (1.9/5) and LIFE Academy (2.8/5). 3 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Hawthorne?
Hawthorne, Oakland receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 48th 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 22 inches a year.
Is Hawthorne walkable to shops and restaurants?
Hawthorne, Oakland scores 5.0 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 2.9 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.2 out of 5, 68th of 130 in Oakland.
What is Hawthorne known for?
Hawthorne, Oakland is associated with San Antonio density, Lake-adjacent flats and Global corridor dining. Its highest-scoring factor is nearby merchants (5.0/5).
How does Hawthorne compare to other Oakland neighborhoods?
Hawthorne ranks 75th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland. It ranks 66th of 130 in Oakland for safety (2.6/5) and scores lowest on schools (1.7/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Oakland are Crocker Highlands and Piedmont.
What are the downsides of living in Hawthorne?
Hawthorne, Oakland scores lowest on schools (1.7/5) and safety (2.6/5).
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