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510-631-0727
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Monthly Rent
$4,545 - $8,395
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1.5 - 2.5 ba
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Square Feet
965 - 1,700 sq ft
1200 Lakeshore
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Highlights
- Bike-Friendly Area
- English and Spanish Speaking Staff
- Furnished Units Available
- Waterfront
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Bay Window
- Dry Cleaning Service
- Walk To Campus
- Sauna
Pricing & Floor Plans
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$4,545 – $4,895
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,245 Sq Ft
2 Available units
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Unit 11Fprice $4,545square feet 1,245availibility Now
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Unit 19Fprice $4,895square feet 1,245availibility Now
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$4,595
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1,250 Sq Ft
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Unit 16Gprice $4,595square feet 1,250availibility Now
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$5,000 – $5,695
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,350 Sq Ft
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Unit 20Hprice $5,350square feet 1,350availibility Now
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$5,695
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,265 Sq Ft
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Unit 15Bprice $5,695square feet 1,265availibility Now
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$5,800
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,310 Sq Ft
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Unit 06Eprice $5,800square feet 1,310availibility Now
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$8,095 – $8,395
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1,700 Sq Ft
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Unit 05Dprice $8,095square feet 1,700availibility Now
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Unit 21Dprice $8,150square feet 1,700availibility Now
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Unit 06Dprice $8,195square feet 1,700availibility Now
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$4,545 – $4,895
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,245 Sq Ft
2 Available units
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Unit 11Fprice $4,545square feet 1,245availibility Now
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Unit 19Fprice $4,895square feet 1,245availibility Now
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$4,595
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,250 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit 16Gprice $4,595square feet 1,250availibility Now
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$5,000 – $5,695
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,350 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit 20Hprice $5,350square feet 1,350availibility Now
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$5,695
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,265 Sq Ft
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Unit 15Bprice $5,695square feet 1,265availibility Now
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Unit 06Eprice $5,800square feet 1,310availibility Now
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$8,095 – $8,395
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,700 Sq Ft
4 Available units
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Unit 05Dprice $8,095square feet 1,700availibility Now
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Unit 21Dprice $8,150square feet 1,700availibility Now
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Unit 06Dprice $8,195square feet 1,700availibility Now
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details.
Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$30
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Due at Application
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Storage Unit
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Storage DepositCharged per rentable item.$0
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Storage RentCharged per rentable item.$150 / mo
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Utilities Included
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Property Information
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Built in 1968
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173 units/25 stories
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Furnished Units Available
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About 1200 Lakeshore
Located along sparkling Lake Merritt, 1200 Lakeshore offers exceptional 1, 2, and 3 Bedroom residences with a variety of features for rent.These Classic Luxury apartments for rent include waterfront views, mid-century modern architecture, spacious private decks, stylish and generous layouts accentuated by expansive hardwood floors and modern finishes. Explore your neighborhood through your front door and onto miles of jogging, bicycling, and walking trails that surround Lake Merritt. Enjoy the Grand Lake neighborhood with independent shops, restaurants, the historic Grand Lake Theater and Grand Lake Farmers Market.1, 2 and 3 Bedroom, pet-friendly waterfront apartments for rent.
1200 Lakeshore is an apartment community located in Alameda County and the 94606 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Oakland Unified School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 24/7 Staffed Lobby Presence
- Beautiful Kitchens with Wood Cabinets
- Business Center
- Expansive Landscaped Terrace With Pond
- Expansive Outdoor Terrace With Pond
- Floor To Ceiling Windows
- Full-length balcony in every home
- Fully Renovated And Spacious Apartments
- Gym With Men's And Women's Sauna
- Hardwood Floors and Premium Finishes
- Historic Building
- Mid-century modern architecture
- Modern Laundry Room
- Night Patrol
- Panoramic Views of the Bay Area
- Patio/Balcony
- Private Half-Acre Terrace and Botanical Garden
- Rent Controlled Building
- Reserved EV Charging Stations Available
- Reserved Ev Parking Available
- Social Room
- Spanish Speaking Staff
- Very Large Closets and Lots of Storage Space
- View
- Wheelchair Access
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Furnished Units Available
Elevator
Doorman
Concierge
Clubhouse
Roof Terrace
Property Services
- Package Service
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Doorman
- Concierge
- 24 Hour Access
- Furnished Units Available
- Recycling
- Dry Cleaning Service
- Laundry Service
- Maid Service
- Composting
- Pet Care
- EV Charging
- Public Transportation
- Key Fob Entry
Shared Community
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Multi Use Room
- Breakfast/Coffee Concierge
- Storage Space
- Disposal Chutes
- Conference Rooms
Fitness & Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Sauna
- Bicycle Storage
- Walking/Biking Trails
Outdoor Features
- Gated
- Roof Terrace
- Sundeck
- Courtyard
- Waterfront
- Pond
- Zen Garden
Student Features
- Study Lounge
- Walk To Campus
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Island Kitchen
Granite Countertops
Microwave
Refrigerator
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Satellite TV
- Security System
- Storage Space
- Double Vanities
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
- Sprinkler System
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Instant Hot Water
- Quartz Countertops
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Tile Floors
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Office
- Recreation Room
- Bay Window
- Views
- Linen Closet
- Furnished
- Window Coverings
- Wet Bar
- Large Bedrooms
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Balcony
- Patio
- Deck
- Garden
1200 Lakeshore Ave,
Oakland,
CA
94606
Filled with arts, culture, entertainment, and adventure, Oakland is a premier destination in California. The East Lake neighborhood is a wonderful blend of affordable housing, historic structures, lakefront property, and modern, upscale apartment buildings. In this lively urban neighborhood, views of the city from your front door are just as picturesque as views of Lake Merritt.
Located immediately east of Lake Merritt on its shoreline and just a few miles off of the San Francisco bay, East Lake is an ideal blend of city living and natural areas. After all, who doesn’t like scenic cityscapes and beautiful waterfront views?
Commuting to and from East Lake is a breeze with public buses and quick travel times to nearby neighborhoods. Residents can easily travel to Civic Center, Downtown, and Chinatown in just a few minutes.
Learn more about living in East Lake
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| East Lake | Oakland, CA | |
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| Studio | $1,228 | $1,734 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,767 | $2,140 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,097 | $2,723 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,249 | $3,290 |
Amenities
- Package Service
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Doorman
- Concierge
- 24 Hour Access
- Furnished Units Available
- Recycling
- Dry Cleaning Service
- Laundry Service
- Maid Service
- Composting
- Pet Care
- EV Charging
- Public Transportation
- Key Fob Entry
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Multi Use Room
- Breakfast/Coffee Concierge
- Storage Space
- Disposal Chutes
- Conference Rooms
- Gated
- Roof Terrace
- Sundeck
- Courtyard
- Waterfront
- Pond
- Zen Garden
- Fitness Center
- Sauna
- Bicycle Storage
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Study Lounge
- Walk To Campus
- 24/7 Staffed Lobby Presence
- Beautiful Kitchens with Wood Cabinets
- Business Center
- Expansive Landscaped Terrace With Pond
- Expansive Outdoor Terrace With Pond
- Floor To Ceiling Windows
- Full-length balcony in every home
- Fully Renovated And Spacious Apartments
- Gym With Men's And Women's Sauna
- Hardwood Floors and Premium Finishes
- Historic Building
- Mid-century modern architecture
- Modern Laundry Room
- Night Patrol
- Panoramic Views of the Bay Area
- Patio/Balcony
- Private Half-Acre Terrace and Botanical Garden
- Rent Controlled Building
- Reserved EV Charging Stations Available
- Reserved Ev Parking Available
- Social Room
- Spanish Speaking Staff
- Very Large Closets and Lots of Storage Space
- View
- Wheelchair Access
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Satellite TV
- Security System
- Storage Space
- Double Vanities
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
- Sprinkler System
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Instant Hot Water
- Quartz Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- Tile Floors
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Office
- Recreation Room
- Bay Window
- Views
- Linen Closet
- Furnished
- Window Coverings
- Wet Bar
- Large Bedrooms
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Balcony
- Patio
- Deck
- Garden
Expenses
One-Time
Storage Fee
$150
Utilities Included
Gas, Water, Heat, Trash Removal, Sewer
Included
Office Hours
510-631-0727
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 6pm |
| Sunday | 9am - 5pm |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi |
1200 Lakeshore is within 2 minutes or 1.1 miles from Laney College. It is also near Lincoln University, Oakland and Samuel Merritt University.
Schools
Public High School
Grades 9-12
237 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
32 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
6 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Oakland include Lake Merritt Station, located 0.5 mile from 1200 Lakeshore. 1200 Lakeshore is near Metro Oakland International, located 8.8 miles or 15 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 24.6 miles or 38 minutes away.
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 5.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.5 mi | |
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.1 mi |
| Drive: | 20 min | 12.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 27 min | 16.8 mi |
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Metro Oakland International
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Drive: | 15 min | 8.8 mi |
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San Francisco International
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Drive: | 38 min | 24.6 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
68
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Traffic
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
1200 Lakeshore has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Oakland Museum of California
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Lakeside Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi |
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Rotary Nature Center
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Lakeside Park Garden Center
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
1200 Lakeshore has 5 parks within 1.8 miles, including Oakland Museum of California, Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail, and Lakeside Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
1200 Lakeshore has 3 hospitals within 2.6 miles, the nearest is Highland Hospital which is 1.9 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 4.9 mi |
1200 Lakeshore is 4.5 miles from Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda, and is convenient to other military bases, including Oakland Army Base.
1200 Lakeshore Photos
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Does 1200 Lakeshore have in-unit laundry?
1200 Lakeshore has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
What utilities are included in rent at 1200 Lakeshore?
Select utilities are included in rent at 1200 Lakeshore, including gas, water, heat, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Is parking available at 1200 Lakeshore?
Parking is available at 1200 Lakeshore. Contact this property for details.
Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?
1200 Lakeshore has one to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $4,545/mo. to $8,395/mo.
Is 1200 Lakeshore pet-friendly?
Yes, 1200 Lakeshore welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
How much income do I need to rent at 1200 Lakeshore?
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $4,545 for a two-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $181,800 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Does 1200 Lakeshore have move-in specials?
1200 Lakeshore is offering 2 Months Free for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $4,545.
Does 1200 Lakeshore offer Matterport 3D tours?
Yes! 1200 Lakeshore offers 6 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1200 Lakeshore Ave
Oakland, CA 94606