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Brooklyn Basin is Oakland's most ambitious waterfront transformation — a 64-acre master-planned community on the Oakland Estuary developed by Signature Development Group, featuring 3,100 residences, 200,000 square feet of retail and dining, a 200-slip marina, and 32 acres of parks and public open space directly connected to the Bay Trail. For buyers seeking Oakland waterfront condos, Caspian at Brooklyn Basin is now offering for-sale residences starting from $274,900, making waterfront ownership more accessible than at any other Oakland waterfront address. The community sits just southeast of Jack London Square, with shuttle service connecting residents to BART, the Oakland Ferry Terminal, and Downtown Oakland.
Oakland's Brooklyn Basin Condos For Sale
Brooklyn Basin Community Overview
Brooklyn Basin is a multi-phase development transforming 64 acres of formerly industrial waterfront land into a complete neighborhood. The residential component encompasses 3,100 units across multiple buildings including Caspian, Orion, Artizan, and Portico, with Caspian now offering for-sale ownership opportunities. The 32-acre park network includes Township Commons, waterfront promenades, restored wetlands, cycling and pedestrian paths connecting to the Bay Trail and Lake Merritt, and a new marina with 200 boat slips. Ground-floor retail and dining, including Brotzeit Lokal beer garden, anchors the neighborhood's commercial core along the waterfront.
Caspian — For-Sale Residences at Brooklyn Basin
Caspian is Brooklyn Basin's flagship for-sale community, offering studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes with contemporary California-meets-modern design, abundant natural light, and waterfront and Estuary views. Pricing starts from $274,900, making Caspian one of the most competitively priced new-construction ownership opportunities on the Oakland waterfront. Building amenities include a resort-style pool deck, fitness center, co-working spaces, club rooms, lounges, and pet spa. For buyers comparing new construction options in Oakland's condo market, Caspian represents a rare combination of waterfront lifestyle, new-construction quality, and accessible pricing.
Location & Transit
Brooklyn Basin sits on the Oakland Estuary directly east of Jack London Square and southeast of Downtown Oakland, with panoramic views spanning San Francisco to the East Bay hills. Brooklyn Basin's private transit shuttle connects residents to the Oakland Ferry Terminal in Jack London Square and to Lake Merritt and Downtown Oakland BART stations in under 10 minutes. Interstate 880 provides direct freeway access to San Jose, the Bay Bridge, and Oakland International Airport. AC Transit bus routes serve San Pablo Avenue and connecting corridors. Common commute destinations include San Francisco via ferry or BART, Silicon Valley via I-880, and Oakland employment centers via shuttle or bike path.
Brooklyn Basin Parks & Lifestyle
The 32-acre park network is Brooklyn Basin's defining amenity — a continuous waterfront open space linking restored wetlands, event plazas, a promenade, picnic areas, and direct Bay Trail access connecting north to Jack London Square and south along Oakland's eastern waterfront. The new marina accommodates kayaks to yachts, and the Oakland Estuary provides some of the Bay Area's most accessible flat-water paddling and sailing. Township Commons, the first completed park, features a large waterfront deck with sweeping Bay views.
Brooklyn Basin vs Nearby Oakland Neighborhoods
Compared with Jack London Square, Brooklyn Basin offers newer construction, more open space, and a quieter waterfront setting at lower price points. Compared with Uptown, Brooklyn Basin trades walkable entertainment density for waterfront access and park space. For buyers prioritizing waterfront lifestyle, new construction quality, and outdoor recreation over urban proximity, Brooklyn Basin is Oakland's strongest option.
Frequently Asked Questions — Brooklyn Basin Condos
What is Brooklyn Basin?
Brooklyn Basin is a 64-acre master-planned waterfront community on the Oakland Estuary, featuring 3,100 residences, 32 acres of parks, a 200-slip marina, and 200,000 square feet of retail and dining. It is Oakland's largest waterfront redevelopment project.
Are there condos for sale at Brooklyn Basin?
Yes — Caspian at Brooklyn Basin is currently offering for-sale residences starting from $274,900, with studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans available. Contact Bruce Wagg for current availability and pricing.
How do Brooklyn Basin residents get to BART and downtown Oakland?
Brooklyn Basin operates a private transit shuttle connecting residents to the Oakland Ferry Terminal in Jack London Square and to Lake Merritt and Downtown Oakland BART stations in under 10 minutes. I-880 provides direct freeway access for drivers.
What amenities are available at Brooklyn Basin?
Community amenities include 32 acres of waterfront parks, a 200-slip marina, Bay Trail access, resort-style pool decks, fitness centers, co-working spaces, club rooms, pet spas, and ground-floor retail and dining along the waterfront promenade.
How does Brooklyn Basin compare with other Oakland waterfront addresses?
Brooklyn Basin offers newer construction, more open space, and lower price points than comparable waterfront addresses near Jack London Square, with a quieter residential character and direct Bay Trail and Estuary access that no other Oakland neighborhood can match.
Work With a Local Brooklyn Basin Specialist
Bruce Wagg has deep knowledge of Brooklyn Basin's development phases, for-sale inventory at Caspian, HOA and community structure, and value comparisons with other Oakland waterfront and condo submarkets. Whether you are buying your first home at Brooklyn Basin or evaluating it as an investment, Bruce provides the local expertise that gets results.
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Brooklyn Basin Real Estate
| Average Price | $377K |
|---|---|
| Lowest Price | $275K |
| Highest Price | $600K |
| Total Listings | 17 |
| Avg. Price/SQFT | $528 |
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