School, Oakland, CA
At a glance
School is ranked #73 of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall score of 2.3/5. Its standout factor is nearby merchants (4.7/5), at a median home price of $404.12k, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $147,000. It ranks 56th of 130 in Oakland for safety. The trade-offs are schools (1.7/5) and curb appeal (2.7/5), though prices run about 59% below the Oakland median.
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
School is a small residential pocket in the band of streets near School Street in the Laurel-and-Dimond area of East Oakland, set on the gentle transition between the flatland grid and the lower hillside. The housing is a mix of 1920s bungalows and mid-century homes on modest lots, with mature street trees and a quiet, residential character set back from the busier MacArthur and Foothill corridors. Daily life draws on the surrounding districts. The Laurel commercial strip on MacArthur, with its diners, breweries, hardware store, and cafes, is a short distance off, the Dimond District adds groceries and restaurants, and Peralta Creek Park and the Allendale Recreation Center offer the nearest green space. Buses on MacArthur connect to Fruitvale BART, and the I-580 ramps are close. This is a quiet, tucked-away pocket whose appeal is its calm streets and easy reach to the Laurel and Dimond amenities. The public record on the precise boundary is thin, so the picture leans on verified location and the character of the adjoining neighborhoods. For buyers, the draw is a residential setting with walkable retail and parks nearby; the tradeoffs are limited in-boundary amenities and some freeway hum on the lower blocks.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants4.7
Public Spaces2.9
Curb Appeal2.7
Overall Amenities score: 3.1
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fruitvale Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Bret Harte Middle | Middle | 6-9 | |
| Fremont High | High | 9-12 | |
| Skyline High | High | 9-12 |
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School FAQs10 answers
Is School a good place to live?
School ranks 73rd of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland with an overall Houseberry score of 2.3 out of 5. Its strongest factor is nearby merchants (4.7/5). The trade-offs are schools (1.7/5) and curb appeal (2.7/5).
Is School safe?
School, Oakland scores 2.8 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 56th of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland.
What do homes in School cost?
The median home price in School, Oakland is $404.12k, compared with $974.22k for Oakland as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $147,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in School rising or falling?
The median home price in School, Oakland is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $404.12k against $404.12k a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve School?
Schools serving School, Oakland include Fruitvale Elementary (0.5/5), Bret Harte Middle (2.0/5), Fremont High (1.1/5) and Skyline High (3.3/5).
What is the weather like in School?
School, Oakland receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 8th of 130 in Oakland. Summer days run 55° to 74°F and winter days 44° to 59°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 23 inches a year.
Is School walkable to shops and restaurants?
School, Oakland scores 4.7 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 2.9 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.1 out of 5, 78th of 130 in Oakland.
What is School known for?
School, Oakland is associated with Quiet residential pocket, Near Laurel strip and Dimond-adjacent living. Its highest-scoring factor is nearby merchants (4.7/5).
How does School compare to other Oakland neighborhoods?
School ranks 73rd of 130 neighborhoods in Oakland. It ranks 56th of 130 in Oakland for safety (2.8/5) 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 School?
School, Oakland scores lowest on schools (1.7/5) and curb appeal (2.7/5).
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