Laurel District
The Laurel District in Oakland is a vibrant and diverse community located between the foot of the Oakland hills and Mills College. This growing and changing neighborhood features a lively shopping area with popular shops and restaurants.
The Laurel District Association is an active and strong neighborhood organization committed to improving and revitalizing the community through culture, education, social services, and the arts.
Not only are the neighbors great and friendly, but it’s also not too difficult to find cute homes in the Laurel District. In fact, there are adorable bungalows all over this area, and best of all, the homes in the Laurel District are still reasonably affordable.
If you like the outdoors, the Laurel District is also close to some of the best nature areas in Oakland, including Joaquin Miller, Roberts, and Redwood Regional Parks. We love visiting these regional parks, which are great for hiking, swimming, dog walks, and playground dates.
The Annual Laurel District Street Fair draws huge crowds to the area and features over three blocks of locally made accessories and crafts, visual and performance artists, community yoga, a children’s carnival & petting zoo, and tons of great local food and treats.
More About The Laurel District
Highway 580 is close to the Laurel District, offering a quick and easy commute westward toward Downtown Oakland, Berkeley, Emeryville, and San Francisco, and eastward toward Hayward, Livermore, and Castro Valley.
No car? No problem. You’ll find buses ready to take you down 35th Avenue to Fruitvale BART Station. You can also catch an express bus to San Francisco on High Street right below MacArthur Boulevard.
MacArthur Blvd Shopping Area
- Farmer Joe’s Marketplace
- Great neighborhood grocery store offering organic fruits and veggies
- 4 stars on Yelp
- Phnom Penh House
- Tasty Cambodian and Asian fusion restaurant
- 4.5 stars on Yelp
- Sequoia Diner
- Very popular local diner
- 4 stars on Yelp
- Cafe 3016
- Cute little neighborhood cafe
- 4.5 stars on Yelp
- Kelly’s Corner
- Awesome children’s consignment store
- 5 stars on Yelp
- Homestead Apothecary
- Fun little store full of herbal remedies and botanicals
- 5 stars on Yelp
Proximity to Regional Parks
- Joaquin Miller Park
- 4.5 stars on Yelp
- Hiking trails
- Spectacular views
- Dog-friendly trails and enclosed areas
- Roberts Regional Recreation Area
- 4.5 stars on Yelp
- Hiking trails
- Off-leash area for dogs
- Baseball diamond
- BBQ pits and picnic tables
- Awesome playground
- Swimming pool
- Redwood Regional Park
- 4.5 stars on Yelp
- Hiking trails
- Biking trails
- Dog-friendly trails
Public Schools
Sequoia Elementary | Grades K-5
- “It is the mission of Sequoia Elementary School to provide a powerful education to all students, enabling them to become effective, contributing citizens in our democratic society.”
- GreatSchools Rating: 7/10
- Average parent/community rating: 5/5 stars
- Test scores: Above state average
- School size: ~430 students
Laurel Elementary | Grades K-5
- “Laurel Elementary School is located in the foothills of East Oakland. Our campus serves a densely-populated, ethnically-diverse, predominately working-class neighborhood. Our mission is to improve students’ academic achievement in a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where the needs of the whole child are met.”
- GreatSchools Rating: 3/10
- Average parent/community rating: 5/5 stars
- Test scores: Below state average
- School size: ~540 students
Fruitvale Elementary | Grades K-5
- GreatSchools Rating: 1/10
- Average parent/community rating: 4/5 stars
- Test scores: Far below state average
- School size: ~385 students
Bret Harte Middle | Grades 6-8
- “Bret Harte has one of the most diverse programs and student bodies in Oakland. We offer a variety of electives, programs for English Language Learners, an accelerated math program and special education programs for students with disabilities.”
- GreatSchools Rating: 2/10
- Average parent/community rating: 4/5 stars
- Test scores: Far below state average
- School size: ~550 students
Private Schools
Redwood Day | Grades K-8
Saint Jarlath Catholic School | Grades K-8
St. Lawrence O’Toole Catholic School | Grades K-8
The Renaissance International School | Grades PK-8
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