Hegenberger, Oakland, CA
At a glance
Hegenberger is ranked #111 of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall score of 1.9/5. Its standout factor is nearby merchants (4.3/5), at a median home price of $604.12k, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $8,000. It ranks 101st of 130 in Oakland for safety. The trade-offs are schools (1.5/5) and safety (2.0/5), though prices run about 38% below the Oakland median.
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Hegenberger is a small flatland pocket in East Oakland, set in the grid below the foothills near the Bancroft and 73rd Avenue area. It is a modest residential stretch of post-war homes and bungalows on narrow lots, sharing the look and rhythm of the surrounding flats: fenced front yards, light tree cover, and curb appeal that shifts from tidy to deferred from one block to the next. Daily life runs on the nearby corridors and a car. The markets, taquerias, and quick-serve spots of Bancroft, Foothill, and International cover the basics, Eastmont Town Center is close for a grocery and a clinic, and AC Transit handles the main streets. There is little dedicated green space inside the boundary, so park time means a short trip to one of the East Oakland recreation centers nearby. The public record on this small pocket specifically is thin, so this leans on the verified physical and locational facts rather than landmarks. For buyers the frame is the familiar East Oakland one: comparatively low prices and central, transit-served access weighed against limited parks and retail inside the boundary, modest streetscapes, and the safety concerns common to this part of the city.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants4.3
Public Spaces2.3
Curb Appeal2.3
Overall Amenities score: 2.7
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community United Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Greenleaf Elementary | Primary | K-8 | |
| Markham 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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Hegenberger FAQs10 answers
Is Hegenberger a good place to live?
Hegenberger ranks 111th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall Houseberry score of 1.9 out of 5. Its strongest factor is nearby merchants (4.3/5). The trade-offs are schools (1.5/5) and safety (2.0/5).
Is Hegenberger safe?
Hegenberger, Oakland scores 2.0 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 101st of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland.
What do homes in Hegenberger cost?
The median home price in Hegenberger, Oakland is $604.12k, compared with $974.22k for Oakland as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $8,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Hegenberger rising or falling?
The median home price in Hegenberger, Oakland is up about 29.8% over the past 12 months, from $465.25k to $604.12k. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Hegenberger?
Schools serving Hegenberger, Oakland include Community United Elementary (0.8/5), Greenleaf Elementary (1.7/5), Markham Elementary (0.5/5), Coliseum College Prep Academy (2.3/5) and LIFE Academy (2.8/5). 2 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Hegenberger?
Hegenberger, Oakland receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 83rd of 130 in Oakland. Summer days run 56° to 72°F and winter days 44° to 59°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 22 inches a year.
Is Hegenberger walkable to shops and restaurants?
Hegenberger, Oakland scores 4.3 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 2.3 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 2.7 out of 5, 112th of 130 in Oakland.
What is Hegenberger known for?
Hegenberger, Oakland is associated with Small flatland pocket, Lower-cost foothold and Corridor convenience. Its highest-scoring factor is nearby merchants (4.3/5).
How does Hegenberger compare to other Oakland neighborhoods?
Hegenberger ranks 111th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland. It ranks 101st of 130 in Oakland for safety (2.0/5) and scores lowest on schools (1.5/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Oakland are Crocker Highlands and Piedmont.
What are the downsides of living in Hegenberger?
Hegenberger, Oakland scores lowest on schools (1.5/5) and safety (2.0/5).
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