1 Lakeside Dr Unit 520
Oakland, CA 94612
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Bedrooms
2
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Bathrooms
2
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Square Feet
1,222 sq ft
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Available
Available May 25
Highlights
- Pets Allowed
- Pool
- Balcony
- Walk-In Closets
- Hardwood Floors
- Gated

About This Home
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.
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
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Fees not specified
- Cats Allowed
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Fees not specified
- Parking
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Garage$200/mo
Details
Utilities Included
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Water
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Electricity
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Heat
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Property Information
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Built in 2001
Contact
- Contact
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 LakesideColleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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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 |

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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 | ||
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Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.5 mi |
Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.9 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.0 mi |
Drive: | 18 min | 10.3 mi | |
Drive: | 20 min | 11.5 mi |
Airports | Distance | ||
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Airports | Distance | ||
Metro Oakland International
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Drive: | 14 min | 9.3 mi |
San Francisco International
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Drive: | 36 min | 22.7 mi |
Time and distance from 1 Lakeside Dr Unit 520.
Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi | |
Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi | |
Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
Oakland Museum of California
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
Lakeside Park Garden Center
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
Lakeside Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
Rotary Nature Center
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
Hospitals | Distance | ||
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Hospitals | Distance | ||
Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi | |
Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
Military Bases | Distance | ||
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Military Bases | Distance | ||
Drive: | 10 min | 4.2 mi | |
Drive: | 11 min | 4.6 mi |
- 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
1 Lakeside Dr Unit 520 Photos
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