Mariposa Grove
828-834 59th Street, Oakland, CA
Mariposa Grove, a small intentional community in North Oakland, California, embodies individuals united by common values of art, cooperative living, sustainability, and social justice. Established in 1998 by a founder dedicated to activism, art, and affordable housing, the community partnered with the Northern California Land Trust (NCLT), to ensure affordability and prevent market speculation.
Community
This diverse intentional community prioritizes social justice, sustainability, and creativity through community connection and neighborhood engagement.
Shared Space
While each unit has its own kitchen, a large shared kitchen/dining space is used for community meals, parties, social justice movie nights, as well as community meetings.
Convenience
This property is located ½ mile from Bushrod and Dover Parks, 1 mile from Berkeley Bowl Marketplace, Whole Foods, and Ashby BART, and 1 block from bus line 12.
Buildings & Stories: 3 2-story walkup buildings with 6 condos and 1 shared unit
Square footage: 5,334 sq ft of building space on 8,700 sq ft of land
Years built: 1913, 1961, 2003
Affordability: Below-market-rate units serving households with incomes below 80% Area Median Income (AMI) for Alameda County
Amenities: Shared gardens, a chicken coop, common space, and guest rooms
Oakland’s Santa Fe Neighborhood
Category: CLT condominiums in a co-housing community
Located amidst Oakland’s Santa Fe Neighborhood, the property at 828-834 59th Street is a unique blend of community and affordability. This space offers a co-housing community experience within its three, two-story walkup buildings, featuring six CLT condominiums and one shared unit. With a total building space of 5,334 sq ft on an 8,700 sq ft land parcel, the property stands as a testament to the diverse architectural history of Oakland with buildings constructed in 1913, 1961, and 2003. The property serves households with incomes below 80% of the Area Median Income for Alameda County, offering below-market-rate units that maintain their moderate prices over time.
Mariposa Grove is a community of artists, sustainability enthusiasts, social justice activists, and others committed to living their ideals. Residents share common spaces, including gardens, a chicken coop, guest rooms, and a “common house” equipped with an art room, kids’ play space, an office, a large kitchen, and dining space. This shared space fosters a sense of togetherness, serving as a venue for community meals, parties, movie nights, and meetings.
The community at Mariposa Grove is deeply connected to the neighborhood and its history. They are actively engaged in various activities aimed at promoting equity, sustainability, and creativity. From hosting annual neighborhood BBQs and pumpkin carving parties to offering free meeting space to community groups and conducting fundraisers, the spirit of Mariposa Grove lies in its commitment to social justice and sustainability. Residents and guests of this property see it not only as a place to live, but a place to grow, connect, and make a difference, embodying the true essence of a community-minded lifestyle.
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