Redwood Heights, Oakland, CA
Redwood Heights at a Glance
Redwood Heights is ranked #26 of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall score of 3.2/5. Its standout factors are safety (4.0/5, 22nd of 130 in Oakland) and public spaces (3.6/5), at a typical home price of $1.19M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $28,000. The trade-offs are schools (2.7/5) and nearby merchants (2.9/5), with prices running about 22% above the Oakland typical home price.
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Redwood Heights climbs from MacArthur Boulevard toward Skyline, its gridded lower blocks giving way to winding hillside lanes shaded by mature oaks and redwoods. The housing is mostly 1930s-to-50s bungalows and split-level ranches, many updated with fresh paint and drought-tolerant front yards. Higher streets catch filtered bay sunsets, while homes nearer the freeway trade views for flatter lots and easier walkability. Amenities sit close, though rarely inside the residential core. Peralta Creek Park and the Redwood Heights Recreation Center bookend the north side with a playground, sports courts, and a busy summer camp program. A pocket retail node on Redwood Road offers a cafe, taqueria, and small grocery, and Montclair Village is a five-minute drive uphill for larger errands. Sidewalk coverage is spotty on the steeper lanes, and the I-580 corridor brings audible traffic to the southern edge at rush hour. The overall vibe feels settled and community-oriented, yard sales on weekends, neighbors gathering for rec-center events, and Redwood Heights Elementary anchoring local identity. The draw is relative affordability compared with the higher Oakland hills; the things to weigh are wildfire preparedness, limited transit options, and occasional parking crunches around the rec center.
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Redwood Heights Amenities
Near good merchants2.9
Public Spaces3.6
Curb Appeal3.4
Overall Amenities score: 3.4
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Schools Serving Redwood Heights
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carl B. Munck Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Laurel Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Redwood Heights Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Bret Harte Middle | Middle | 6-9 | |
| Skyline High | High | 9-12 |
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Is Redwood Heights a good place to live?
Redwood Heights ranks 26th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall Houseberry score of 3.2 out of 5. Its strongest factors are safety (4.0/5) and public spaces (3.6/5). The trade-offs are schools (2.7/5) and nearby merchants (2.9/5) and a typical home price of $1.19M against the Oakland typical home price of $977.73k.
Is Redwood Heights safe?
Redwood Heights, Oakland scores 4.0 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 22nd of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland.
What do homes in Redwood Heights cost?
The typical home price in Redwood Heights, Oakland is $1.19M, compared with $977.73k for Oakland as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $28,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Redwood Heights rising or falling?
The typical home price in Redwood Heights, Oakland is up about 5.7% over the past 12 months, at $1.19M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Typical Home Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Redwood Heights?
Schools serving Redwood Heights, Oakland include Carl B. Munck Elementary (2.0/5), Laurel Elementary (1.9/5), Redwood Heights Elementary (4.3/5), Bret Harte Middle (2.0/5) and Skyline High (3.3/5).
What is the weather like in Redwood Heights?
Redwood Heights, Oakland receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 78th of 130 in Oakland. Summer days run 54° to 74°F and winter days 43° to 58°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 25 inches a year.
Is Redwood Heights walkable to shops and restaurants?
Redwood Heights, Oakland scores 2.9 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.6 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.4 out of 5, 47th of 130 in Oakland.
What is Redwood Heights known for?
Redwood Heights, Oakland is associated with Community rec center, Mixed bungalow streets and Hillside bay glimpses. Its highest-scoring factor is safety (4.0/5).
How does Redwood Heights compare to other Oakland neighborhoods?
Redwood Heights ranks 26th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland. It ranks 22nd of 130 in Oakland for safety (4.0/5) and scores lowest on schools (2.7/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Oakland are Crocker Highlands and Piedmont.
What are the downsides of living in Redwood Heights?
Redwood Heights, Oakland scores lowest on schools (2.7/5) and nearby merchants (2.9/5). Its typical home price of $1.19M runs about 22% above the Oakland typical home price of $977.73k.
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