Classic Craftsman Comfort in the Heart of the Laurel

Redwood Heights sits comfortably in the Oakland Hills, named after an old logging road that curves through the area. This friendly neighborhood shows off Oakland's history while offering plenty of modern amenities.

The streets are lined with beautiful older homes built in different styles. You'll find Craftsman houses sitting next to Tudor-style homes and French-inspired architecture, many dating back to the 1920s. Most have been kept up nicely over the years, with updates that make them comfortable for today's residents.

Nature is a big part of life in Redwood Heights. Peralta Creek runs through 9 acres of protected land where local wildlife makes its home.  A neighborhood nonprofit, Native Environment Watershed Transformation, or NEWT, has worked hard to clean up and restore the creek, and they often take school kids on educational walks along its banks. Right next door, Redwood Regional Park offers tons of outdoor fun with nearly 40 miles of trails perfect for hiking and biking. The park's 1,800 acres include beautiful redwood trees, evergreen forests, and open spaces that make you forget you're still in the city.