Rockridge seems to be the area that attracts most first time buyers moving to the East Bay because of the variety of restaurants, shopping and the BART station just off College Ave an easy walk to the BART station. Many homes along “walk-to-BART” streets of Rockridge were built in the teens to the 30’s so there are California bungalows & Craftsman style. It’s not unusual to find a 2 BR, 1 Ba home in Rockridge with a converted garage for use as an office or studio. Natives NEVER refer to the Colllege Ave/BART area as lower Rockridge even though it is a tremendous contrast to Upper Rockridge.

Broadway Terrace is the major artery through Upper Rockridge and climbs the hills to streets lined with newer luxury homes, many with stunning views of SF and the Bay. The homes are much larger than the homes near College Ave and were built after 1992 because the 1991 Oakland fires consumed most of the homes in the area. Homes in Upper Rockridge have been built in the Mediterranean, French Provencal, Tuscany & English Tudor styles.

If Rockridge is your choice, be prepared to compete with other buyers and choose a Realtor that knows the area and is willing to spend the time to help you stay informed the moment a new home comes on the market. Just give me a call!