Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill, Oakland Housing Market · 2026

Data through Aug 2026

Data curated by Melanie Tan, 8 Blocks Real Estate · How this data works

Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill, Oakland Market Snapshot

Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill favors sellers and competition is intensifying. Here's the picture:

Based on 9 homes sold in the 3 months ending August 2026. Includes all residential types (SFH, condo, townhouse, multi-family, and others). Enough to see the trend, but individual sales still move the median. Updated weekly.

Data through August 2026

SalesWhat are homes selling for?
Median Sale Price
$625K
▲ Up 2.0% from August 2025
Up $12K from August 2025
Homes Sold
9
Sold in the last 3 months. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$4,253/mo
7.28% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$3,419
  • Property Tax$651
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
55 days
▲ 32 more days than in August 2025
Buyers have time to decide
Sale-to-List Ratio
110.0%
▲ Up from 108.7% in August 2025
Selling 10% above asking
% Sold Over Asking
66%
66% of homes sold above their asking price
Active Listings
8
▼ Down 37.3% from August 2025
About 2.5 months of supply. Moderate selection available

Market Trends

See how prices, monthly costs, and mortgage rates have moved in Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill.

Median Sale Price
Up 2.0% year-over-year in Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill. Based on 9 sales in the last 3 months.
Homes Sold
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is up 3% from a year ago in Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill, reflecting changes in both price and mortgage rates.

Includes principal, interest, estimated CA property tax (~1.25%), and estimated insurance (~$2,200/yr). HOA fees not included.

30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate (National Avg.)
National average currently at 7.28%. Your actual rate depends on your credit, down payment, and loan type.

Frequently asked questions about Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill, Oakland

Is now a good time to buy in Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill, Oakland?

Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill, Oakland favors sellers and competition is intensifying. Buyers should prepare strong offers and expect limited room to negotiate on well-priced listings.

How do Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill, Oakland home prices compare to the Bay Area average?

At $625K, Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill, Oakland's median sits about 65% below the Bay Area average of $1.78M. Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill, Oakland is among the most accessible parts of the Bay Area.

Within Oakland, this area trades about 23% below the city-wide median of $809K.

How competitive is Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill, Oakland for buyers?

Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill, Oakland currently favors sellers:

  • Homes sell about 10% above asking on average
  • 66% close above list price
  • 55 days typical time to go pending
  • 19% of listings have had a price reduction

Buyer strategy: well-priced homes still move quickly, but there is modest room for strong offers. Come in pre-approved with a clear plan.

What will my total monthly cost be on a median-priced Meadow Brook / Reservoir Hill, Oakland home?

At $625K with 20% down at 7.28%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $4,253:

  • $3,419 principal and interest
  • $651 property tax (California 1.25% effective rate)
  • $183 homeowners insurance

HOA fees are extra.

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Melanie Tan
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