Middle East Oakland sits as a collection of neighborhoods west of Interstate 580, including Havenscourt, Lockwood Gardens, Maxwell Park, Melrose, Millsmont, Oakmore, Ridgemont, and Seminary.
The area features a variety of residential homes that have developed over 100 years. Mills College rests centrally to Middle East Oakland, with some students living within the area. Many residents choose Middle East Oakland for easy commuting access into downtown Oakland, Oracle Arena, and the Oakland International Airport.
Middle East Oakland lies six miles southeast to downtown Oakland and 15 miles east of San Francisco.