Keywords: Redwood Park trailhead, Ridge-top quiet, Mid-century view homes

Crestmont sits high along Redwood Road where the ridge flattens before dropping into Redwood Regional Park. Streets like Kimberlin Heights Drive and Crestmont Drive trace the contour of the hill, with homes stepping down the slope behind tidy retaining walls and mature Monterey pines. Architecture s ...See more

Keywords: Redwood-lined canyon views, Trailhead-at-your-door, Secluded hillside roads

Nestled along Skyline Boulevard above Montclair, Forestland is a slender, wooded ridge stretching north toward Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve. Steep lanes such as Sobrante Road and Manzanita Drive twist through towering redwoods and eucalyptus, with homes perched on stilts or terraced into the sl ...See more

Keywords: Lake Temescal access, Wooded hillside serenity, Curving ridge-top roads

Glen Highlands occupies a narrow hillside wedge between Broadway Terrace and Thornhill Drive, beginning just above Lake Temescal and climbing southeast toward Mountain Boulevard. Curving lanes such as Florio, Tainui, and Glen Highlands Drive trace the slope, with homes perched on terraced lots under ...See more

Keywords: Ridgeline Bay views, Post-fire modern townhomes, Private hilltop club

Perched on a ridgeline just above Highway 24, Hiller Highlands is a compact hillside enclave wrapped around Hiller Drive and Great View Drive. Steep streets curve along the slope, and most homes are terraced townhouses or contemporary single-family builds positioned to capture unobstructed Bay and s ...See more

Keywords: Redwood canopy escape, Regional trail gateway, Outdoor performance venue

Joaquin Miller Park is not a residential neighborhood at all, but a 500-acre green buffer that enriches the hillside communities around Skyline Boulevard and Highway 13. Towering redwoods, madrone groves, and open ridgelines define the landscape, offering a quick nature escape for residents of Montc ...See more

Keywords: Temple garden overlook, Seasonal Greek Festival, Peralta Creek pocket park

Lincoln Highlands sits on a gentle hillside above Park Boulevard, its streets bending around the manicured grounds of the Oakland California Temple. Most homes date to the late-1930s through mid-1960s and include a mix of classic California bungalows, split-level ranches, and a few newer infill buil ...See more

Keywords: Lake Temescal shoreline, Sibley trailheads nearby, Secluded hillside haven

Perched on the wooded slope between Lake Temescal and the Skyline ridgeline, Merriwood feels like a pocket retreat carved into the Oakland Hills. Curving residential lanes hide under dense canopies of oak and redwood, and homes range from 1930s cottages with stone chimneys to angular contemporary re ...See more

Keywords: Montclair Village shops, Community park hub, Hillside-meets-main-street

Wedged between Highway 13 and the lower slopes of the Oakland Hills, this slender neighborhood stretches along Mountain Boulevard and Moraga Avenue, folding the busy Montclair Village commercial core into a strip of adjoining hillside streets. The land climbs quickly east of the boulevard, so small ...See more

Keywords: Village shops and cafés, Railroad trail network, Wooded hillside streets

Spread across wooded hillsides on both sides of Mountain Boulevard, Montclair unfolds along curving roads like Estates Drive, Balboa Drive, and Heartwood Drive. Homes sit on sloped lots tucked into redwoods and live oaks, ranging from 1920s Storybook cottages and mid-century ranches to larger custom ...See more

Keywords: Creekside canyon trails, Storybook hillside homes, Quick Park Boulevard access

Oakmore sits on a leafy hillside just south of Highway 13, spreading out from curving Leimert Boulevard and its offshoots like Carter and Hoover. Many streets follow the contour of Sausal Creek’s canyon, so plots are irregular and often terraced. Architecture skews 1920s–40s Storybook and Mediterran ...See more

Keywords: Redwood trail access, Ridgeline vistas, Spacious wooded lots

Tucked high in the Oakland Hills, Piedmont Pines spreads across a forested ridgeline where homes nestle among redwoods and bay laurels. Winding roads curve with the terrain, and generous parcels give most houses roomy setbacks and filtered views toward San Francisco Bay or Palo Seco Canyon. Architec ...See more

Keywords: Hillside country-club vibe, Trailheads in every direction, Roomy wooded lots

Sequoyah spreads across rolling hills at Oakland’s southeastern edge, with winding streets that climb between Leona Canyon to the north and Knowland Park–Oakland Zoo to the south. Homes range from 1950s ranches on broad, sloping parcels to gated custom builds tucked above the private Sequoyah Countr ...See more

Keywords: Canyon rail-trail access, Wooded hillside seclusion, Quick drive to Montclair

Shepherd Canyon follows a narrow, wooded ravine that climbs northeast from Highway 13 toward Skyline Boulevard. Homes line Shepherd Canyon Road and perch on zig-zagging spurs like Chelton Drive and Banning Drive, hugging steep, tree-covered slopes. Architecture ranges from 1940s chalets and mid-cent ...See more

Keywords: Bay-facing hillside views, Lake Temescal access, Blend of vintage and modern homes

Rising east of the Rockridge commercial district, Upper Rockridge climbs a broad hillside between Highway 24 and Mountain Boulevard. Curving arterials like Broadway Terrace and Buena Vista Avenue branch into narrow cul-de-sacs, and many lots are terraced to frame sweeping bay, lake, or canyon outloo ...See more

Keywords: Redwood trail access, Amphitheater summer shows, Mid-century hillside homes

Woodminster hugs the north face of Joaquin Miller Park, where winding streets like Sanborn Drive and Butters Drive weave through second-growth redwoods and eucalyptus. Homes sit on irregular, downslope lots, many built in the 1950s–70s when Mid-Century lines, clerestory windows, and broad view decks ...See more

Keywords: Ridge-top redwood setting, Trailhead-doorstep living, Spacious hillside lots

Set high on the ridgeline along Skyline Boulevard, Skyline-Hillcrest Estates is a forested pocket where curving streets like Brookpark Road and Hillcrest Court break off into quiet cul-de-sacs. Homes sit on sizable, sloped parcels facing west toward the bay or east into redwood canyons, with styles ...See more

Keywords: Dimond Park access, Urban-meets-hillside setting, Walk to local markets

Set on a gentle hillside above the Dimond District, Upper Diamond stretches along Lincoln Avenue where level city blocks give way to curving residential lanes. Early-1900s Craftsman bungalows anchor many parcels, joined by a scattering of post-war ranches and a few small apartment buildings. Lots ar ...See more

Keywords: Historic hillside homes, Leafy curving streets, Lakeshore retail access

Tucked into gentle hills just east of Lake Merritt, Crocker Highlands is a compact, curvilinear enclave laid out in the early 1900s. Winding streets like Paramount Road and Sunnyhills Road climb the slope beneath a dense canopy of mature oaks and sycamores, revealing a collection of well-kept Crafts ...See more

Keywords: Trail-edge ranch lots, Oakland Zoo nearby, Ridge-top quiet

This hillside enclave stretches along Malcolm Avenue and its spurs, tucked between Knowland Park’s grasslands and the wooded slopes above Lake Chabot Golf Course. Houses are mostly 1950s–70s ranches and split-levels on wide parcels, many oriented toward sweeping canyon or bay glimpses. Yards tend to ...See more

Keywords: Oakland Zoo hub, Panoramic grassland ridges, Gondola-to-trail link

Knowland Park blankets a broad ridgeline above I-580, mixing native grasslands, oak woodlands, and pockets of scrub that drop toward San Leandro Creek. There’s no housing inside the boundary—just open space criss-crossed by fire roads and single-track, plus the Oakland Zoo’s California Trail campus ...See more

Keywords: Leona Canyon trailheads, Ridgetop bay vistas, Rural-quiet streets

Occupying a rugged swath of ridgeline east of Highway 13, Caballo Hills feels more like foothill countryside than city neighborhood. Steep lanes branch off Skyline Boulevard and Campus Drive, and small clusters of custom contemporaries, 1970s ranches, and a few gated estates perch on large, irregula ...See more

Keywords: Hilltop bay glimpses, King Estate trail access, Mixed-maintenance blocks

Climbing the slope just south of Highway 13 and I-580, Eastmont Hills is a patchwork of 1950s ranches, split-level contemporaries, and the occasional newer infill home set on narrow, winding streets like Outlook and Parker. Many lots sit upslope, so living rooms and back decks capture filtered bay o ...See more

Keywords: Park Boulevard eateries, Bungalow-lined blocks, Creekside Dimond Park

Glenview fans out along Park Boulevard between Trestle Glen Road and MacArthur, with quiet cross-streets like Randolph, Everett, and Arden running east-west across a gentle slope. One-story and two-story Craftsman bungalows dominate the scene, most built in the 1920s and still sporting deep porches, ...See more

Keywords: Walkable retail strip, Lake Merritt nearby, Grid of classic bungalows

Lakeshore rises gently from the I-580 frontage and Lakeshore Avenue up toward the Piedmont border, laid out in a neat grid of tree-lined blocks like Valant Place, Mandana Boulevard, and Trestle Glen Road. Craftsman bungalows, 1920s Mediterranean revivals, and modest apartment buildings share small l ...See more

Keywords: Creekside hillside pocket, Mid-century ranch loops, Quick freeway access

Carved into a low hillside north of San Leandro Creek, Sheffield follows a looping pattern of Revere Avenue and short spurs like Covington Street and Marlow Drive. Most housing dates to the late-1950s: single-story ranches and split-levels with broad rooflines, attached garages, and modest front law ...See more

Keywords: Post-war ranch grid, Freeway-edge location, Community-run park

Sobrante Park sits in Oakland’s far southeast corner, a flat post-war tract bordered by I-880 and San Leandro Creek. Straight residential blocks like 105th and 107th Avenue are lined with single-story ranch homes built in the 1950s, many behind low wrought-iron fences and drought-tolerant front yard ...See more

Keywords: Leona Canyon trail access, Hillside mid-century homes, Fast Highway 13 link

Leona Heights climbs steeply from Highway 13 up toward Skyline Boulevard, wrapping around oak-studded ravines and the headwaters of Leona Canyon. Homes are mostly 1950s–70s ranches and split-levels tucked into switch-back lanes like Mountain Boulevard and Campus Drive, with a pocket of newer townhom ...See more

Keywords: Panoramic hilltop views, Quiet residential pocket, Garden-cemetery trails

Mountain View Cemetery dominates the landscape with 220 acres of rolling lawns, ornate mausoleums, and century-old monuments, but two small pockets of homes sit just outside its southern and southwestern gates. These houses—primarily 1920s cottages and mid-century bungalows—edge up to the cemetery’s ...See more

Keywords: Community rec center, Mixed bungalow streets, Hillside bay glimpses

Redwood Heights climbs from MacArthur Boulevard toward Skyline, its gridded lower blocks giving way to winding hillside lanes shaded by mature oaks and redwoods. Housing is mostly 1930s–50s bungalows and split-level ranches, many updated with fresh paint and drought-tolerant front yards. Higher stre ...See more

Keywords: Lakefront hillside views, Cleveland Cascade steps, Mix of bungalows & flats

Climbing a gentle hill above Lake Merritt’s southeastern shore, Cleveland Heights blends early-1900s bungalows with mid-century apartment buildings that step up the slope for sweeping water and skyline views. Many streets curve to match the terrain, and mature magnolias soften the mix of tidy single ...See more

Keywords: Walkable MacArthur strip, Creekside pocket parks, Mixed-era bungalows

Upper Laurel fans out on a gentle slope above MacArthur Boulevard, its residential side streets (38th, Brookdale, Steele) lined with 1920s bungalows, mid-century cottages, and a few small apartment four-plexes. Front yards are compact and often fenced, with drought gardens or shaded porches under ma ...See more

Keywords: Pocket-park playground, Easy BART commute, Craftsman bungalow blocks

Set on a flat triangular wedge between Alcatraz Avenue and Highway 24, Fairview Park is a tight grid of residential blocks framed by College Avenue on the east and Shattuck’s sister streets on the west. One-story and two-story Craftsman bungalows dominate streets like Dana, McAuley, and Colby, many ...See more

Keywords: FoodMaxx marketplace, Grid of ranch homes, Limited park space

Durant Manor is a tidy rectangular grid tucked between Broadmoor Boulevard and 104th Avenue. One-story 1940s–50s ranches and a few earlier bungalows line narrow lots, most behind low chain-link or wrought-iron fences. Yards are compact, sidewalks continuous, and mature street trees are sparse, so af ...See more

Keywords: Historic hillside homes, Walk to Lakeshore shops, Leaf-canopied winding lanes

Graceful, winding streets radiate out from historic Trestle Glen Road, climbing a shallow hillside lined with well-kept 1920s Mediterraneans, Tudor Revivals, and shingled Craftsman bungalows. Mature camphor and sycamore trees arch over the roadway, and many lots retain original stone retaining walls ...See more

Keywords: Grand Lake Theatre, Saturday farmers market, Rose Garden & lake trails

Grand Lake curves around the northwestern arm of Lake Merritt, rising from the busy I-580 off-ramp up toward the terraced paths of Morcom Rose Garden. Residential blocks are a blend of 1910s Craftsman bungalows, classic duplexes, and mid-century apartment buildings that tuck into narrow lots beneath ...See more

Keywords: Industrial-edge location, Budget-friendly ranches, Few local parks

This small, flat pocket of East Oakland sits between 98th Avenue and Bancroft Avenue, laid out in a tidy grid of numbered cross-streets (100th through 104th). Most homes are simple post-war ranches and a few earlier bungalows on narrow lots; front yards are often fenced and trimmed with drought-tole ...See more

Keywords: Bushrod Park hub, Flat bike-friendly grid, Telegraph dining walkability

Bushrod fills a flat rectangle of North Oakland between Telegraph Avenue and Adeline Street, with its northern edge nudging up against the Berkeley border. Compact Craftsman bungalows, 1920s stucco duplexes, and a few small apartment buildings line tree-shaded blocks like Dover, Shafter, and Raymond ...See more

Keywords: Lake-adjacent grid, Global eats on International, Vintage cottages and duplexes

Set on a gentle downhill slope between Lake Merritt and International Boulevard, Clinton is a compact grid of early-1900s cottages, duplexes, and low-rise apartment buildings. Narrow streets like 8th and 9th Avenue show a quirky mix of brightly painted Victorians and stucco four-plexes, many framed ...See more

Keywords: College Avenue buzz, BART-connected walkability, Craftsman charm blocks

Rockridge flanks the gentle slope west of the Caldecott Tunnel, its streets filled with early-1900s Craftsman bungalows, shingled cottages, and a scattering of handsome Tudors. Most lots are compact yet landscaped with mature magnolia and Japanese maple, and nearly every block drops toward College A ...See more

Keywords: Brinson Mini-Park, Grid of classic bungalows, International Boulevard transit

Webster spans the flat East Oakland grid between International Boulevard and Bancroft Avenue, roughly from 79th to 92nd Avenue. Neat rows of 1920s-40s bungalows fill the interior blocks; most sit close to the sidewalk behind waist-high chain-link fences and slim front lawns. The neighborhood’s long ...See more

Keywords: Allendale Rec Center, Starter-friendly bungalows, Freeway-edge convenience

Occupying a tidy diamond south of MacArthur Boulevard, Allendale is a flat, walkable patch of 1920s cottages, post-war bungalows, and a few low apartment courts. Lots are narrow and mostly fenced, and most blocks run perpendicular to Allendale Avenue, the original streetcar spine. Mature plane trees ...See more

Keywords: Starter-friendly bungalows, Freeway-edge hum, Walkable to Laurel strip

Laid out on a low rise between Peralta Creek and the I-580 sound wall, Bartlett is a compact grid of 1920s cottages and 1950s bungalows arranged along Maple, Arkansas, and Humboldt avenues. Lots are small and mostly fenced, and many façades show a mix of fresh paint beside aging chain-link or cracke ...See more

Keywords: Transit-door living, Round-the-clock eateries, Historic façades & murals

Wedged between Broadway and Alice, this micro-district is a tight grid of early-20th-century office blocks mixed with newer glass condo towers. Restored terra-cotta façades and colorful murals give some corners polish, but many ground-floor spaces still wear plywood or faded signage, so the street s ...See more

Keywords: Affordable bungalow blocks, Industrial-residential mix, International Boulevard transit

The neighborhood occupies a long, flat strip between the Union Pacific tracks on San Leandro Street and busy International Boulevard (Hwy 185). Interior lanes such as Ellington, Clement, and Dunbar are lined with 1920s-40s cottages and modest post-war ranches set behind low chain-link or wrought-iro ...See more

Keywords: Waterfront marinas, Emerging Brooklyn Basin, Bay Trail connection

Hugging the south bank of the Oakland?Alameda Estuary, Embarcadero is a long, skinny strip of land squeezed between the freeway and the water. The shoreline alternates between working boatyards, hotel decks looking onto Fifth Avenue Marina, and the fresh concrete promenades of Brooklyn Basin’s new m ...See more

Keywords: Maxwell Park hub, Hillside bungalow blocks, Quick freeway access

Fairfax rises gently from Foothill Boulevard up to MacArthur Boulevard, its curving residential streets (Knowland, Madera, Modesto) wrapped around the grassy bowl of Maxwell Park at the center. Most lots hold 1920s–40s Spanish Revival, Craftsman, or Tudor bungalows with deep porches and terraced fro ...See more

Keywords: Murals & indie shops, Transit-friendly main street, Limited green space

Stretched out like a narrow ribbon along MacArthur Boulevard, Laurel is more commercial main-street than traditional neighborhood. A continuous row of 1920s–50s one- and two-story storefronts lines the boulevard, many with Art Deco facades, bright murals, and roll-up garage doors that open to brewer ...See more

Keywords: Starter-era bungalows, Close to Fairfax shops, Easy street parking

Melrose Heights sits on a compact triangle of gently sloping streets bounded by Fairfax Avenue and Kingsland Avenue. The housing stock is almost entirely 1920s–40s bungalows and cottage-style duplexes set on narrow, rectangular lots. Garages face the street or have been converted to extra living spa ...See more

Keywords: Lakefront trail access, High-rise vintage condos, Walk-out Grand Avenue amenities

Sitting on the north shore of Lake Merritt, Adams Point rises gently from Bellevue Avenue up toward Harrison Street, transitioning quickly from lakeside lawns to a dense mix of 1920s apartment hotels, mid-century condos, and a handful of Craftsman holdouts on leafy cul-de-sacs like Jayne and Lee. Mo ...See more

Keywords: Lake Merritt strolls, Affordable vintage flats, Hidden-gem eateries

Ivy Hill is a compact triangle of streets tucked just southeast of Lake Merritt. The housing stock is a patchwork of early-1900s Victorians, modest Craftsman bungalows, and low-rise apartment buildings, many shaded by mature jacarandas that drop purple blossoms each spring. Yards are small, and some ...See more

Keywords: Grid of vintage bungalows, Freeway-edge convenience, Youth-league ballfields

Laid out on a tight east-west grid between MacArthur Boulevard and 14th Avenue, Tuxedo consists mostly of 1920s bungalows, duplexes, and small apartment four-plexes. Lots are shallow and closely packed, and many façades show a mix of fresh paint alongside chain-link fences or aging stucco patches. T ...See more

Keywords: Piedmont Avenue shops, Historic storefront charm, Cemetery path escapes

Piedmont Avenue climbs gently northeast from 40th Street toward Moraga Avenue, its core grid packed with pre-war Craftsman bungalows, duplexes, and post-WWII apartment walk-ups. Side streets such as Howe, Glen, and Echo run narrow and shaded, while the namesake avenue slices through the middle with ...See more

Keywords: Hospital employment hub, Mixed curb appeal blocks, Quick freeway access

This pocket neighborhood spreads across a compact street grid south of the I-580 sound wall, wrapping around Alameda County’s Highland Hospital campus. Early-1900s cottages and 1920s bungalows sit on narrow lots, many with chain-link fences or drought-tolerant plantings. The hospital’s modern towers ...See more

Keywords: Waterfront edge proximity, Industrial residential mix, Quick Lake Merritt BART

East Peralta wedges between International Boulevard and the Nimitz Freeway from about 5th to 14th Avenues. A tight grid of 1890s cottages, working-class bungalows, and small apartment boxes sits cheek-to-cheek with auto-glass shops, tire yards, and the BART maintenance yard. Heavy rail on the north ...See more

Keywords: Close to Peralta Hacienda, Starter-era Craftsman blocks, International Boulevard access

Harrington is a long, narrow rectangle of flat streets running between 34th and 42nd Avenues. Most blocks hold 1920s Craftsman cottages, simple post-war bungalows, and a few duplexes, all on shallow lots with chain-link fences or fresh drought gardens. Tree cover is patchy, so summertime sun bounces ...See more

Keywords: Brookdale Park access, Modest Craftsman grid, Walkable taco trucks

Jefferson spreads across a flat, rectangular grid between 38th Avenue and Brookdale Avenue, its numbered cross-streets lined with 1920s Craftsman cottages, post-war bungalows, and a few small apartment four-plexes. Front yards are shallow and often fenced, garages face the street, and tree cover is ...See more

Keywords: MacArthur retail strip, Sloped bungalow blocks, Quick freeway access

Tucked between MacArthur Boulevard and the I-580 sound wall, Diamond runs in a long sliver along Montana and Delaware Streets. Narrow, gently sloping blocks hold 1920s Craftsman bungalows, a few duplexes, and post-war ranches, many with front porches and small fruit trees. The freeway embankment sha ...See more

Keywords: Stately Homes, Exceptional Schools, Scenic Parks

Piedmont is a picturesque and affluent enclave nestled within Oakland, celebrated for its stately homes, excellent schools, and serene parks. As a distinct city surrounded by Oakland, Piedmont offers a unique blend of small-town charm and proximity to urban amenities. The neighborhood is characteriz ...See more

Keywords: Lake Merritt trail access, Laney Flea Market energy, Campus sports facilities

Dominated by the Laney College campus, this flat wedge of land sits between the Lake Merritt Channel and the I-880 elevated freeway. Concrete academic buildings, sports fields, and parking lots occupy most of the footprint, with a few mid-rise condos and small apartment courts tucked along Fallon an ...See more

Keywords: Waterfront promenade, Warehouse loft conversions, Ferry-to-SF access

Occupying the band between the Embarcadero rail tracks and the estuary, Produce and Waterfront mixes working port infrastructure with a steadily growing live-work scene. Northern blocks along 2nd and 3rd are still dominated by the wholesale produce market, where pre-dawn forklifts dart between concr ...See more

Keywords: Bustling street markets, Transit-rich location, Late-night dining hub

Oakland’s Chinatown packs a century of history into a snug rectangle south of downtown, where narrow blocks of low-rise brick and stucco buildings push right up to the sidewalk. Produce stalls spill onto 8th Street, delivery vans double-park on Webster, and bilingual storefront signs form a neon can ...See more

Keywords: Retail-centric convenience, Freeway and creek edge, Starter-era ranch blocks

Foothill Square sits in a wedge between I-580 and 106th Avenue, anchored by the namesake shopping center that fills most of the neighborhood footprint. Single-story 1950s ranch homes line Truman, Olive, and Stanley Avenues just west of the center, but the daily backdrop is commercial: a FoodMaxx gro ...See more

Keywords: Waterfront Bay Trail, Artist warehouse lofts, Industrial-arts vibe

Wedged between I-880 and the Oakland–Alameda Estuary, Jingletown is a narrow slice of converted warehouses, early-1900s cottages, and new live-work lofts. The gridded interior streets—Kennedy, Derby, and Ford—run under towering palm trees, while Embarcadero curves along the waterfront with a patchwo ...See more

Keywords: Foothill Square retail, Starter-era ranches, Freeway convenience

Las Palmas is a slim, wedge-shaped pocket that runs from 98th Avenue down to MacArthur Boulevard, bordered by busy 106th through 109th. Housing is almost entirely 1940s ranches and a handful of low apartment courts set close to the street. Yards are small, many fenced in wrought iron, and tree cover ...See more

Keywords: KONO street murals, Walk-to-BART nightlife, Warehouse-loft mix

Squeezed between I-980 and Broadway, Northgate is a tight, flat rectangle of low-rise brick warehouses, mid-century walk-ups, and the occasional converted loft. Streets like 24th and 26th run long and straight, dotted with curbside murals that splash color onto otherwise utilitarian façades. West Gr ...See more

Keywords: Hospital hub blocks, Freeway-edge apartments, Walk-to Broadway dining

Pinned between I-580, Broadway, and the Hwy 24/980 interchange, Pill Hill is a tight, largely flat wedge whose streets are dominated by Summit Medical Center’s mid-rise towers, 1920s brick apartments, and sprinkled-in Craftsman holdouts. Blocks like Summit and Webster feel almost campus-like with lo ...See more

Keywords: Hilly bay-view streets, King Estate trail access, Starter-era ranch homes

Toler Heights climbs the west face of the Golf Links ridge, tapering from 82nd Avenue up to Crest and Fontaine Streets. Curving roads like Hillside and Cherokee trace the slope, so most post-war bungalows and 1960s ranches perch above street level with filtered Bay or South Bay reservoir views. Lots ...See more

Keywords: Rockridge BART walkability, Freeway-edge Craftsman blocks, Quick hop to Temescal eateries

Tucked into a wedge between Highway 24 and 51st Street, Shafter is a compact grid of early-1900s Craftsman and California bungalows perched on quiet lanes like Clifton, Miles, and Lawton. The terrain is flat, front yards are small, and majestic magnolias give most blocks a leafy canopy that softens ...See more

Keywords: Bella Vista Park core, Modest bungalow grid, Quick hospital access

Tucked on a gentle slope just west of Highland Hospital, Bella Vista is a compact rectangle of early-1900s cottages and post-war duplexes that fan out around the tree-dotted Bella Vista Park in the center. Most homes sit on narrow lots with small porches and low fences, and mature palms give several ...See more

Keywords: Central Reservoir views, Baseball-field park, Quick walk to MacArthur shops

Reservoir Hill rises gently south of MacArthur Boulevard, wrapped around the Central Reservoir and its ring of eucalyptus and oak. Homes cluster on short lanes like 25th and Garden, many of them 1920s bungalows and 1950s ranches perched just above the street. Because the neighborhood sits on a slope ...See more

Keywords: Telegraph food corridor, Historic Craftsman streets, Easy BART access

Temescal stretches from 40th to 51st Street between Broadway and the Grove Shafter freeway, sloping gently west toward the BART tracks. Residential blocks are a quilt of 1900s Craftsman bungalows, Victorians split into duplexes, and a few mid-century apartment courts. Mature plane and magnolia trees ...See more

Keywords: Waterfront high rises, Lakeside trail access, Downtown edge convenience

Lakeside hugs the southwestern shore of Lake Merritt, running from 14th Street up to Harrison Street. Along Lakeside Drive a string of 1920s art-deco towers, mid-century high-rises, and newer glass condos stare directly onto the water. The interior grid—Jackson, Alice, and Madison Streets—flattens o ...See more

Keywords: Carter Gilmore Park, Quick BART access, Industrial edges

Squeezed between International Boulevard and the railroad tracks along San Leandro Street, Coliseum sits on a flat, tight street grid of 1920s bungalows, post-war cottages, and small apartment boxes. The neighborhood is hemmed in by the elevated Nimitz Freeway to the south and freight/BART lines to ...See more