Oakland California

Montclair

Nestled amongst the pine trees in the upper Oakland hills, the friendly town of Montclair maintains a refreshing and laidback mountain atmosphere and is reminiscent of Mill Valley in Marin. Winding streets dotted with leafy trees and flowering gardens lead to large homes hidden amidst semi-forests, overlooking the distant Bay.

Adding to the rural appeal, Montclair is clean, and family oriented, yet exciting enough for the active crowd that enjoys biking and hiking through the hills. Close to many East Bay parks, it offers endless opportunities to explore and enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery.

The homes in Montclair run up and down the canyons and the architecture is designed to preserve 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 and ranch-style homes from the 50's, 60's and 70's.

At the northern edge of the neighborhood is Lake Temescal Park; at the center is Montclair village, a quaint area of small shops serving most local needs. Other attractions include the Chabot Space and Science Center, a cultural arts center, a family-oriented park and annual street fairs.

Learn more about Montclair:

Living in Montclair (Berkeley Parents Network)
The Montclairion Online
Temescal Park
Chabot Space and Science Center