Welcome to the neighborhood.
We build a better Oakland and help neighbors thrive.
Community advocacy and organizing
For over 40 years, OPDC has supported Oakland residents to secure safe and affordable housing, connect with resources and services to expand opportunities, improve their quality of life, and strengthen community.
Affordable Rental Housing
OPDC owns and manages a portfolio of 100 apartments in South and West Oakland, including Oakland Affordable Living, which was recognized for a 2019 Social Equity in Design Award by American Institute of Architects (AIA) Pittsburgh.
Planning and Design Review
We communicate with the public about development proposals and host public meetings to support community input in neighborhood investments.
Oakland Community Land Trust
OPDC administers the Oakland CLT, a program that develops homes for homeownership and ensures long-term affordability in the Oakland housing market.
CLT Homes for Sale
3 bedroom, 1 bath home with new roof, furnace, flooring, electrical system, and sewer line installed in 2018—and recent upgrades to bathroom and kitchen.
Other Properties for Sale
2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Enclosed front porch and screened-in back porch. Large kitchen, integral garage. Fenced-in back yard.
2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Move-in ready. Side yard included. Comfortable starter home with potential parking space in back. Full basement and fenced-in back yard.
Active Projects in Oakland
April 25, 2023: Chesterfield will be closed to put back the bricks and pour new sidewalks and curbs from the end of May until the end of August.
University of Pittsburgh is sharing details of an amendment to their Institutional Master Plan (IMP), including a text change to the Allequippa Street Public Realm Plan, and updates to the exterior façade of Crawford Hall on Bigelow Blvd
Events
Pantry consists of necessities, household items, dried goods, and dairy products. This pantry offers walk-up distribution only. The only requirement to access the pantry is to complete a brief demographic intake form which can be completed on the day. Intake forms do not ask for ID or immigration status.
Pantry consists of necessities, household items, dried goods, and dairy products. This pantry offers walk-up distribution only. The only requirement to access the pantry is to complete a brief demographic intake form which can be completed on the day. Intake forms do not ask for ID or immigration status.
Zone 4 Public Safety meets every third Thursday to discuss safety in Oakland Pittsburgh.
Resources
Welcome to the community! Here is everything you need to know about renting in Oakland as a student.
OPDC created online and offline maps to help people find food resources in our community.
Features 3+ bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in a 1600 sq ft flexible living space to accommodate families.