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Laurel

Welcome to Laurel

At the turn of the nineteenth century, what is now called the Laurel District was merely a handful of homesteads surrounded by vegetable gardens, lush hillsides, family dairies and grazing livestock. After the Great Earthquake of 1906, refugees from San Francisco flocked to the area, and by 1910 The Laurel (named for the area's first school) boasted sidewalks and streetlights. By 1920, the Key Route Rail-car system connected the area to downtown and established Hopkins Street (now MacArthur Blvd.) as a bustling thoroughfare.
 
As Oakland's industries grew, so did the need for housing, and spectacular incentives were offered to stimulate home building. The district continued to grow through the Depression, and by the time the country was at war there were two new movie theatres, Laurel and The Hopkins, where locals could see the latest news reels. While the businesses and organizations operating within its walls have changed over the years, the facade of the Laurel Theatre building (3814 MacArthur) is still recognizable today.
 
The post-war period brought another housing boom Laurel's real estate, and area businesses flourished. Many of the storefronts lining MacArthur Blvd. were built in the 40s and 50s, evidenced by their simple lines and lack of architectural embellishments.
 
Today, the Laurel is a bright neighborhood with a vibrant and diverse population. A mini-melting pot, the people of the Laurel are proud to be a part of this distinct section of Oakland, confirmed by all the warm greetings found at the small local farmer's market, the original Farmer Joe's with a larger store in the adjacent Dimond district, and in the wide range of inexpensive ethnic restaurants along MacArthur Boulevard.

 

Property Listings

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MLS® 41124385

$825,000

3545 Redding St, Oakland, CA 94619
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,177 Sq.Ft.
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Overview for Laurel, CA

711 people live in Laurel, where the median age is 39 and the average individual income is $48,186. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

711

Total Population

39 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$48,186

Average individual Income

Around Laurel, CA

There's plenty to do around Laurel, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

92
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
71
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
51
Good Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Baked By K, Proper Fashion Boutique, and Baker's Martial Arts Cultural Center.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Baked By K Logo
Dining · $ 3.81 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Proper Fashion Boutique Logo
Shopping 4.06 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Baker's Martial Arts Cultural Center Logo
Active 1.7 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Pilates By Mary Logo
Active 3.11 miles 20 reviews 5/5 stars
Harmony Gates Logo
Active 3.5 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
TIFFTraining Logo
Active 3.84 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Laurel, CA

Population Households Employment

Laurel has 345 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Laurel do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 711 people call Laurel home. The population density is 29,419.424 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

711

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

39

Median Age

46.69 / 53.31%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
345

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$48,186

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Laurel, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Laurel. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Laurel

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