$4,200 / Month

1 Lakeside Dr Unit 520

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Oakland, CA 94612

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  • Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • Square Feet

    1,222 sq ft

  • Available

    Available May 25

Highlights

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pool
  • Balcony
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Gated
1 Lakeside Dr Unit 520
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12 Month Lease, $4,200 deposit, Available May 25

Spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom with straight on lakefront stunning views. Once inside, prepare to fall in love with the high style and unsurpassed views from every sun filled room. Luxury meets modern featuring today's open concept floor plan and updated interior. The Essex, Oakland's award winning luxury high-rise features full-service concierge 24-hr door, outdoor pool, gym overlooking the lake, business center and secured large parking garage. Enjoy the gliding parade of gondolas, crew & rowboats, see migrating birds up close. Located in the epitome of Oakland city living. Lake Merritt, Uptown, Downtown & Jack London Square's vibrant nightlife, Whole Foods, Fox Theater, and some of Oaklands best dining, 3 BART stations & easy freeway access. Walkscore 95. Unit is offered unfurnished Rental Features: Address: The Essex @ 1 Lakeside Dr, Oakland, CA 94612 (5th floor) 2Bed / 2Bath 1,222 Sq Ft Wall-to-wall window views of Lake Merritt from every room Hardwood floors Bedroom area balcony Gigabyte internet with Webpass available Washer/Dryer in unit Walk-in closet in both bedrooms Rate/Application: Rent: $4,200/month Security Deposit: one-month-rent. Available June 1st, 2025 Cat/small Dog is OK, Deposit: $500 plus $60/month extra per pet Application and credit check required: $40/per person Flexible 6 months to 1 year lease Owner pays: Water, Trash, Sewage, HOA Dues and Maintenance Parking Garage - Extra large spot and bike rack available: $200/month Building Amenities: 24/7 Security & Front Desk Staff Controlled Access & Gated Entry Heated Pool and Hot Tub/Spa Conference room & Business Center Clubhouse & Barbecue area Fitness Center Terraced recreational area overlooking Lake Merritt Close to BART (Lake Merritt and 19th Street Stations), AC Transit, Casual Carpool and Freeway access (580, 880) Close to Whole Foods, Farmer's Market, Trader Joe's , Downtown Oakland business district, Paramount/Fox/Grand Lake Theaters, Grand Avenue and Lakeshore Avenue shopping and restaurants, Oakland Chinatown and Jack London Square

Spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom with straight on lakefront stunning views. Once inside, prepare to fall in love with the high style and unsurpassed views from every sun filled room. Luxury meets modern featuring today's open concept floor plan and updated interior. The Essex, Oakland's award winning luxury high-rise features full-service concierge 24-hr door, outdoor pool, gym overlooking the lake, business center and secured large parking garage. Enjoy the gliding parade of gondolas, crew & rowboats, see migrating birds up close. Located in the epitome of Oakland city living. Lake Merritt, Uptown, Downtown & Jack London Square's vibrant nightlife, Whole Foods, Fox Theater, and some of Oaklands best dining, 3 BART stations & easy freeway access. Walkscore 95. Unit is offered unfurnished Rental Features: Address: The Essex @ 1 Lakeside Dr, Oakland, CA 94612 (5th floor) 2Bed / 2Bath 1,222 Sq Ft Wall-to-wall window views of Lake Merritt from every room Hardwood floors Bedroom area balcony Gigabyte internet with Webpass available Washer/Dryer in unit Walk-in closet in both bedrooms Rate/Application: Rent: $4,200/month Security Deposit: one-month-rent. Available June 1st, 2025 Cat/small Dog is OK, Deposit: $500 plus $60/month extra per pet Application and credit check required: $40/per person Flexible 6 months to 1 year lease Owner pays: Water, Trash, Sewage, HOA Dues and Maintenance Parking Garage - Extra large spot and bike rack available: $200/month Building Amenities: 24/7 Security & Front Desk Staff Controlled Access & Gated Entry Heated Pool and Hot Tub/Spa Conference room & Business Center Clubhouse & Barbecue area Fitness Center Terraced recreational area overlooking Lake Merritt Close to BART (Lake Merritt and 19th Street Stations), AC Transit, Casual Carpool and Freeway access (580, 880) Close to Whole Foods, Farmer's Market, Trader Joe's , Downtown Oakland business district, Paramount/Fox/Grand Lake Theaters, Grand Avenue and Lakeshore Avenue shopping and restaurants, Oakland Chinatown and Jack London Square

1 Lakeside Dr is a condo located in Alameda County and the 94612 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Oakland Unified attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Condo Features

Washer/Dryer

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Floor to Ceiling Windows
  • Controlled Access
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Storage Space
  • Conference Rooms
  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Gated
  • Waterfront
  • Balcony
  • Grill

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • Dogs Allowed
  • Fees not specified
  • Cats Allowed
  • Fees not specified

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Electricity
  • Heat
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Property Information

  • Built in 2001

Contact

  • Contact
Neighborhood

Lakeside is a historic section of Oakland nestled between Downtown Lakeside and Lake Merritt. Walk through the historic streets to appreciate the architecture of places like Oakland Scottish Rite Center and Camron-Stanford House. Enjoy the outdoors at Snow Park or walk along Lake Merritt via its namesake trail. The majority of Lakeside is filled with residential avenues, but residents can go next door to Downtown Oakland for all the shopping and dining choices they could want. If you’re looking to rent in this historic slice of Oakland, you’ll find an array of apartments to choose from.

Learn more about living in Lakeside 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Drive: 6 min 2.7 mi
1 Lakeside Dr Unit 520 is within 10 minutes or 0.6 mile from Lincoln University, Oakland. It is also near Laney College and Samuel Merritt University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
705 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
347 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
314 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,796 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades K
96 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
360 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
237 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
Transportation

Transportation options available in Oakland include Lake Merritt Station, located 0.5 mile from 1 Lakeside Dr Unit 520. 1 Lakeside Dr Unit 520 is near Metro Oakland International, located 9.3 miles or 14 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 22.7 miles or 36 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Drive: 4 min 2.3 mi
Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Drive: 9 min 4.9 mi
Drive: 12 min 7.0 mi
Drive: 18 min 10.3 mi
Drive: 20 min 11.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Metro Oakland International
Drive: 14 min 9.3 mi
San Francisco International
Drive: 36 min 22.7 mi
Walker's Paradise
95
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Excellent Transit
84
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
Very Bikeable
89
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1 Lakeside Dr Unit 520.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi
Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
1 Lakeside Dr Unit 520 has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Oakland Museum of California
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Lakeside Park Garden Center
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Lakeside Park
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Rotary Nature Center
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
1 Lakeside Dr Unit 520 has 5 parks within 1.2 miles, including Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail, Oakland Museum of California, and Lakeside Park Garden Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
1 Lakeside Dr Unit 520 has 3 hospitals within 2.8 miles, the nearest is Alta Bates Summit Medical Center which is 1.4 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 10 min 4.2 mi
Drive: 11 min 4.6 mi
1 Lakeside Dr Unit 520 is 4.2 miles from Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda, and is convenient to other military bases, including Oakland Army Base.
Amenities
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Floor to Ceiling Windows
  • Controlled Access
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Storage Space
  • Conference Rooms
  • Gated
  • Waterfront
  • Balcony
  • Grill
  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Pool