Patten, Oakland, CA
At a glance
Patten is ranked #89 of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall score of 2.1/5. Its standout factor is nearby merchants (4.8/5), at a median home price of $452.02k, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $3,000. It ranks 88th of 130 in Oakland for safety. The trade-offs are schools (1.8/5) and safety (2.2/5), though prices run about 54% below the Oakland median.
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Patten is a flat residential pocket set between the Fruitvale and Dimond districts, named for Patten University, the small religious college that has been an Oakland fixture since the 1940s. The housing is a mix of early-1900s bungalows and cottages on modest lots, with the block-by-block range of upkeep typical of the Fruitvale flats, set in the grid between Fruitvale Avenue and the lower end of Foothill. The food is a genuine draw. The edges of the neighborhood cluster a remarkable run of multicultural restaurants, the Salvadoran, Filipino, Vietnamese, and Mexican spots around Fruitvale Avenue and Foothill, including longtime favorites like Lucky Three Seven and Las Palmas. Peralta Hacienda Historical Park sits nearby for green space and local history, Fruitvale BART is close for transit, and quick access to both I-580 and I-880 makes the rest of the Bay easy to reach. Dedicated parkland inside the immediate boundary is limited. Patten's appeal is its position, central, well-connected, and surrounded by some of East Oakland's best everyday dining, plus the quiet anchor of the university grounds. The honest frame is the Fruitvale one: affordability and central access weighed against limited in-boundary green space, modest curb appeal, and the safety concerns common to the broader district.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants4.8
Public Spaces2.9
Curb Appeal2.7
Overall Amenities score: 3.2
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fruitvale Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Manzanita Community | Primary | K-5 | |
| United for Success Academy | Middle | 6-8 | |
| LIFE Academy | Middle | 6-12 | |
| Bret Harte Middle | Middle | 6-9 | |
| Urban Promise Academy | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Fremont High | High | 9-12 | |
| Skyline High | High | 9-12 |
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Is Patten a good place to live?
Patten ranks 89th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall Houseberry score of 2.1 out of 5. Its strongest factor is nearby merchants (4.8/5). The trade-offs are schools (1.8/5) and safety (2.2/5).
Is Patten safe?
Patten, Oakland scores 2.2 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 88th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland.
What do homes in Patten cost?
The median home price in Patten, Oakland is $452.02k, compared with $974.22k for Oakland as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $3,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Patten rising or falling?
The median home price in Patten, Oakland is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $452.02k against $452.02k a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Patten?
Schools serving Patten, Oakland include Fruitvale Elementary (0.5/5), Manzanita Community (0.6/5), United for Success Academy (1.9/5), LIFE Academy (2.8/5) and Bret Harte Middle (2.0/5). 3 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Patten?
Patten, Oakland receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 18th of 130 in Oakland. Summer days run 56° to 73°F and winter days 44° to 59°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 23 inches a year.
Is Patten walkable to shops and restaurants?
Patten, Oakland scores 4.8 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, 70th of 130 in Oakland.
What is Patten known for?
Patten, Oakland is associated with Multicultural dining edges, Patten University anchor and Fruitvale-Dimond between. Its highest-scoring factor is nearby merchants (4.8/5).
How does Patten compare to other Oakland neighborhoods?
Patten ranks 89th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland. It ranks 88th of 130 in Oakland for safety (2.2/5) and scores lowest on schools (1.8/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Oakland are Crocker Highlands and Piedmont.
What are the downsides of living in Patten?
Patten, Oakland scores lowest on schools (1.8/5) and safety (2.2/5).
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