ALAMEDA
Alameda is a coastal East Bay community with a distinct island feel, shaped by its waterfront setting, neighborhood charm, and strong sense of local identity. With about 75,000 residents across 16 neighborhoods, Alameda offers a balance of relaxed, small-city living and easy access to Oakland, San Francisco, and the broader Bay Area.
Real estate in Alameda is consistently in high demand—often ranking among the more expensive markets in California and nationwide—driven by limited inventory and the lifestyle appeal of being surrounded by the bay. The local workforce is highly educated and knowledge-based, with a notable concentration of residents working in computer and math fields, along with a strong presence of artists, designers, and media professionals who contribute to Alameda’s creative character. Remote work is also common, reflecting the city’s professional, white-collar mix.
Alameda attracts many young professionals and early-career residents, creating an active, social energy without the density of a major city. Its waterfront and nautical heritage are a defining feature as well—whether you’re taking in bay views, enjoying shoreline paths, or spending time around marinas and beach areas.
While commute times can be longer, many residents take advantage of public transit and ferry options, and the city’s walkable neighborhoods make it easy to run errands and enjoy local amenities without always relying on a car. Alameda is also notably diverse and international, with residents representing a wide range of backgrounds and a significant share born outside the U.S. English is most commonly spoken, with Chinese and Spanish also widely used throughout the community.
Annual temperature typically ranges ~44°F to ~74°F.
In September, daily highs are around 74°F and lows around 58°F.
In January, daily highs generally sit in the mid-to-high 50s°F.
NeighborhoodScout.com found that a lot of the crime that takes place in Alameda is property crime. Property crimes that are tracked for this analysis are burglary, larceny over fifty dollars, motor vehicle theft, and arson. In Alameda, your chance of becoming a victim of a property crime is one in 17, which is a rate of 58 per one thousand population.
Importantly, we found that Alameda has one of the highest rates of motor vehicle theft in the nation according to our analysis of FBI crime data. This is compared to communities of all sizes, from the smallest to the largest. In fact, your chance of getting your car stolen if you live in Alameda is one in 56.
Alameda Safety
| VIOLENT | PROPERTY | TOTAL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Crimes | 269 | 4,362 | 4,631 |
| Crime Rate (per 1,000 residents) | 3.57 | 57.89 | 61.46 |
Population Information Based on the 2024 Census
| Population | 75,460 |
| Households | 29,810 |
| Homeownership Rate | 49.0% |
Community Information
| Population Density | 7,491.6 people per square mile |
| Number of People per Household | 2.54 |
| Median Household Income | $132,015 |
Housing Trends
| People Living in Same Home for 1+ Years | 88.6% |
| Homeownership Rate | 61.4% |
| Median Home Value | $760,000 |
Alameda Listings
Listing Courtesy of Kate Mccaffrey, Compass
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Listing Courtesy of Tim Marr, BHHS Drysdale Properties
Listing Courtesy of Kate Mccaffrey, Compass
Listing Courtesy of Su Mei Wu, Compass
Listing Courtesy of Kate Mccaffrey, Compass
Listing Courtesy of Michael Ertem, Northern Crest Realty Agt: 925-577-0225
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Listing Courtesy of Ringo Liu, KW Advisors East Bay
Listing Courtesy of Rich Krinks, BHHS Drysdale Properties
Listing Courtesy of David Gunderman, KW Advisors East Bay
Listing Courtesy of Dania R. Alvarez, BHHS Drysdale Properties
