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North Stonehurst: Rising Home Values and Declining Ownership in Oakland's Dynamic Neighborhood
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Percent Owner Occupied
Housing Prices
Median Rent
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Property Value
Percent Owner Occupied
Housing Prices
Median Rent
Population
North Stonehurst, a neighborhood in Oakland, California, has experienced significant changes in its housing market over the past decade. This urban community has seen notable shifts in homeownership rates, average home prices, and average rent prices, reflecting broader economic trends and local market dynamics. The homeownership rate in North Stonehurst has shown a declining trend since 2013. In 2013, the neighborhood had a 49% homeownership rate, which remained relatively stable until 2016. However, from 2017 onwards, there was a noticeable decrease. By 2022, the homeownership rate had dropped to 37%, representing a 12 percentage point decline over nine years. This downward trend in homeownership coincided with a substantial increase in average home prices. In 2013, the average home price in North Stonehurst was $166,012. By 2022, this figure had more than tripled to $575,499, representing a 246% increase over the same period.
The relationship between federal interest rates and homeownership rates in North Stonehurst is complex. From 2013 to 2015, when interest rates were historically low (around 0.1-0.13%), homeownership rates remained stable at around 49-50%. However, as interest rates began to rise from 2016 onwards, reaching 1.68% in 2022, homeownership rates declined. This suggests that while low interest rates may have initially supported homeownership, other factors, such as rapidly increasing home prices, likely played a more significant role in the declining homeownership trend.
As homeownership rates decreased, the percentage of renters in North Stonehurst increased. In 2013, 51% of residents were renters. This percentage grew to 63% by 2022, a 12 percentage point increase. Correspondingly, average rent prices also rose during this period. In 2013, the average rent was $1,293 per month. By 2022, it had increased to $1,515, a 17% rise. The growth in the renter population, from 2,321 in 2013 to 3,329 in 2022, likely contributed to the upward pressure on rent prices.
In 2023 and 2024, the housing market in North Stonehurst experienced some changes. The average home price in 2023 was $528,516, a decrease of about 8% from 2022. However, in 2024, prices slightly recovered to $537,568. Interestingly, these price fluctuations occurred against a backdrop of significantly higher interest rates, which stood at 5.02% in 2023 and 5.33% in 2024.
Looking ahead, based on historical trends and current market conditions, it's projected that average home prices in North Stonehurst may continue to experience moderate growth over the next five years, potentially reaching around $600,000 by 2029. Average rent prices are also expected to increase, potentially surpassing $1,700 per month within the same timeframe.
In summary, North Stonehurst has witnessed a significant shift in its housing market dynamics over the past decade. The neighborhood has seen a clear trend of declining homeownership rates coupled with substantial increases in average home prices. Simultaneously, the renter population has grown, accompanied by moderate increases in average rent prices. These trends, influenced by factors such as interest rates and local economic conditions, have reshaped the residential landscape of North Stonehurst.
