Lake Merritt, Oakland, ME
Lake Merritt — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Lake Merritt, Oakland, Maine. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Maine Real Estate Commission licensing database.
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Lake Merritt Neighborhood Overview
Lake Merritt, Oakland
Lake Merritt is a central neighborhood in Oakland, California, defined by its namesake tidal lagoon and surrounding parkland. The area serves as a major urban hub, blending residential spaces with commercial activity. Its market tier is classified as Main, indicating a core, established neighborhood within the city's economic landscape.
The housing market in Lake Merritt is characterized by a strong rental majority, with a renter-occupied rate of 80.3% and a homeownership rate of 19.7%. The median home value is $632,200, with homes averaging around 950 square feet. Recent mortgage data shows 174 total loan originations, predominantly conventional loans (148), with smaller numbers of FHA (23) and VA (3) loans. The median gross rent is $1,311 per month.
Neighborhood character is shaped by this dynamic, with a high concentration of renters. The area's median household income is $92,445, which contrasts with a separate census figure of $50,616, highlighting economic diversity. The central location and access to the lake and its amenities are key draws for residents.
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Lake Merritt Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $632K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $51K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 19.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 80.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 2.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Tier | Main | Top10Lists.us Classification |
| Primary ZIP Code | 90033 | |
| Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA) | ||
| Total Mortgage Originations | 174 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| VA Loan Originations | 3 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| VA Loan Share | 1.7% | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| Average VA Loan Amount | $798K | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| Conventional Loan Originations | 148 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| FHA Loan Originations | 23 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Lake Merritt, Oakland
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Lake Merritt
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Maine Real Estate Commission — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Mortgage Data: FFIEC Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Data, 2023
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18