Oakland

Ranked the sixth largest city in California, Oakland has a rich and diverse history. Oakland is a dynamic city with an international flavor. Proud of its heritage, Oakland combines tradition with progress. It is not only a prosperous business center, but a desirable place to live.

There are many wonderful neighborhoods in Oakland. In addition to those listed below, Glenview, the Dimond District, Redwood and Lincoln Heights, Temescal, and the Laurel District are also great neighborhoods to explore.

Montclair

Montclair offers many amenities including a commercial village. Nestled in the Oakland hills, it offers basic goods and services plus charming shops and restaurants with distinctive architecture. Montclair is minutes from acres of hiking and biking trails of Redwood & Sibley Park District, all contributing to the small town, community-oriented life-style. Its windy roads and woodsy atmosphere make it hard to believe you are the sixth largest city in California.

Rockridge

This quaint neighborhood which borders Oakland and Berkeley, offers old world European charm with its boutiques, markets and gourmet restaurants all conveniently located around a central BART station. This is one of most desirable neighborhoods in the East Bay with its beautiful craftsman homes, sunlit porches and mature landscape.

Crocker Highlands & Oakmore

The charming community offers many sought after features including quaint tree-lined streets, a variety of custom homes from the 20s, 30s and 40s, and easy access to freeways and BART. It is conveniently located within minutes of Lakeshore shopping, Glenview and Montclair Village.

Lake Merritt

Lake Merritt is a beautiful oasis in the midst of Oakland's downtown. A three mile path rounds the lake, perfect for a jog, bike or simply a stroll at dusk. At the East end of the lake, the Grand and Lakeshore Avenue areas come alive with solid restaurants, longtime bars, jazz clubs and the historic Grand Lake Theatre. On Saturdays you'll find the farmer's market at the foot of Grand Avenue under 580.

Piedmont Avenue

Piedmont Ave, plain and simple, is down-to-earth. Its restaurants are comfortable without wavering from the great cuisine Bay Area residents have come to expect. The street provides great shopping options, from consignment stores to quaint boutiques. Piedmont Ave beckons a stroll. The Piedmont Theatre, Fenton's ice cream and Gaylord's coffee are always popular draws after a good meal.

Maxwell Park

This district is in the most unlikely spot. Just north of Mills College, Maxwell Park is a modest community of many well-maintained starter homes. Storybook homes sprinkle this up and coming neighborhood. It is easy to access from 580.