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Welcome to Montclair

Nestled amongst the pine trees in the upper Oakland hills, the friendly Montclair District maintains a refreshing and laid back mountain atmosphere reminiscent of Mill Valley in Marin County. Winding streets dotted with trees and gardens bursting with flowers lead to large homes hidden among mini-forests that look out over the distant bay.

Adding to its rural appeal, Montclair is tidy, very residential, and decidedly a bedroom community, yet exciting enough for the active crowd. Close to many East Bay parks, it offers endless biking and hiking opportunities to enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery.

Montclair's real estate runs up and down the canyons, and the architecture is designed to showcase the natural character of the area. Some lot sizes can stretch into acres. Styles of homes range from large Craftsman bungalows, shingled cottages, and Prairie homes, to period revivals, ranch, and split-level style homes from the 50s, 60s and 70s.

Fernwood is one of the many beautiful winding, flora-rich neighborhoods that make Montclair the serene oasis it is. The Storybook Houses of the Fernwood Walking Tour visits a favorite trick-or-treating route in Oakland. The tour takes place every October through some of the most beautiful and well-crafted homes in the area.

At the northern edge of the neighborhood is Lake Temescal Park, a superb venue for picnics, Frisbee games, and short woodsy walks. The commercial center is Montclair Village, a quaint area of small shops serving most local needs. The Montclair Egg Shop on Medau off just off of Mountain Blvd. is a fun and whimsical stop for a hearty breakfast and Melt Massage is a great place to get relaxed and reinvigorated.

The storybook tour of Oakland continues daily down Mountain Blvd. at the Oakland Library Montclair Branch. This beautiful building offers a cozy and magical children's reading room for story time. The original 900 square foot library was built in 1930 in the Oakland hills, about half a mile from the just emerging Montclair Village. To meet the rising demand for children's services, two additions have since transformed Montclair Library into a busy 3,900 square foot branch serving a well-established, bustling community.

Other attractions include the Chabot Space and Science Center, a cultural arts center, a weekly farmer's market, a delightful public park offering fun for everyone from toddlers to tennis players, and annual street fairs in the village center.

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Overview for Montclair, CA

5,229 people live in Montclair, where the median age is 47 and the average individual income is $120,406. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

5,229

Total Population

47 years

Median Age

High

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

$120,406

Average individual Income

Around Montclair, CA

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

81

Very Walkable

Walking Score

47

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

36

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Symple Foods, Baked By K, and The Modern Hanger Boutique.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Symple Foods page on Yelp Search 671 4th St on Google Maps	Dining	4.38 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Baked By K page on Yelp Search 4096 Piedmont Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $	2.31 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Modern Hanger Boutique page on Yelp Search 391 17th St on Google Maps	Shopping	3.56 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Proper Fashion Boutique page on Yelp Search 1715 Telegraph Ave on Google Maps	Shopping	3.64 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Gratefulmoments page on Yelp Search 5512 Fremont Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.11 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Baker's Martial Arts Cultural Center page on Yelp Search 4226 Park Blvd on Google Maps	Active	1.63 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Little Theater Company page on Yelp Search 1102 Lincoln Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.83 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the ATEAM Athletics page on Yelp Search 1435 Park Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.25 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Harmony Gates page on Yelp	Active	2.32 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Capoeira Brasil East Bay page on Yelp Search 2822-A Union St on Google Maps	Active	4.09 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the TIFFTraining page on Yelp Search 4137 Piedmont Ave on Google Maps	Active	2.3 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Good Tattoo page on Yelp Search 201 3rd St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.09 miles	30 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the BP Hair Design page on Yelp Search 945 46th St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.55 miles	24 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Framework Studio Salon page on Yelp Search 4287 Piedmont Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.17 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Nails by Roni page on Yelp Search 3820 Park Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.97 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the K Skincare Studio page on Yelp	Beauty	1.89 miles	28 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Montclair, CA

Population Households Employment

Montclair has 2,184 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Montclair do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 5,229 people call Montclair home. The population density is 10,280.881 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

5,229

Total Population

High

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

47

Median Age

51.46 / 48.54%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

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

2,184

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$120,406

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Montclair, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Montclair. 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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