Oakland - Alameda County - Contra Costa County

Life here in the Oakland-Berkeley corridor moves with a curious mix of energy and calm. People walk from café to shop in neighborhoods like Temescal, Rockridge, and Elmwood. Specialty stores make errands feel more like a discovery rather than a rush. On warm evenings, you’ll see friends gathering over ice cream or small plates in an old warehouse turned neighborhood spot. At the same time, striking murals and local makers remind you that this area remains rooted in creativity and possibility. As a result, local businesses matter a lot. They shape how people move, meet, and stay.