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1521 Alameda Ave

1521 Alameda Ave, Alameda, CA 94501

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  • Built in 1946
  • 5 units/3 stories

About 1521 Alameda Ave Alameda, CA 94501

Experience your new apartment at 1521 Alameda Ave in Alameda. This apartment community is located at 1521 Alameda Ave in the 94501 area of Alameda. Make sure you to view the available floorplans. Here at this community, the leasing staff is ready to match you with the perfect floorplan. Contact us or drop by the leasing office to check the availability and set up a tour today and find your new home at 1521 Alameda Ave.

1521 Alameda Ave is an apartment community located in Alameda County and the 94501 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Alameda Unified School District attendance zone.

Location
1521 Alameda Ave, Alameda,
CA 94501
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

The west side of the colorful, vibrant island that is Alameda is home to some of the city’s most exciting attractions and stunning surroundings. A large portion of West Alameda is made up of sprawling industrial space and an unused airfield that hosts motor shows and incredible events. West Alameda is also home to the USS Hornet, a historic aircraft carrier that played a part in WWII and the Apollo 11 recovery mission. If you’re looking for fun and enrichment all within a few minutes of San Francisco, look for a rental in West Alameda.

With an even mix of charming, mature homes and tech-laden apartments, West Alameda is mirroring the housing boom that’s occurring just across the bay. There’s plenty of parks to keep residents of the island entertained in the area’s incredible weather. Don’t miss Monarch St., with its wineries, breweries, and trendy restaurants. There’s comprehensive BART service from West Alameda, so popping into San Francisco or Oakland is easy.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

West Alameda Alameda, CA
Studio $2,110 $2,097
1 Bedroom $2,484 $2,461
2 Bedrooms $2,849 $2,928
3 Bedrooms $3,829 $3,558

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 587 Sq Ft $2,122 $2,748 $4,411
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 738 Sq Ft $1,795 $3,011 $5,495
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1010 Sq Ft $1,919 $3,515 $7,319
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1278 Sq Ft $2,814 $4,452 $12,719
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1520 Sq Ft $4,891 $4,987 $5,041
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
College of Alameda
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Lincoln University, Oakland
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
Laney College
Drive: 7 min 3.7 mi
Samuel Merritt University
Drive: 10 min 4.6 mi
1521 Alameda Ave is within 6 minutes or 2.2 miles from College of Alameda. It is also near Lincoln University, Oakland and Laney College.
Schools
Grades K-5
296 Students
Nearby
Franklin Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
291 Students
Attendance Zone
Love Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
498 Students
Nearby
Achieve Academy
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
537 Students
Nearby
Bella Vista Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
349 Students
Nearby
Encinal Jr. Sr. High School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
1,280 Students
Attendance Zone
Will C. Wood Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
613 Students
Attendance Zone
Alameda High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,868 Students
Nearby
St. Joseph Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
266 Students
Nearby
Children's Learning Center
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Alameda include Fruitvale, located 2.8 miles from 1521 Alameda Ave. 1521 Alameda Ave is near Metro Oakland International, located 5.3 miles or 12 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 26.3 miles or 41 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Fruitvale
Drive: 7 min 2.8 mi
Lake Merritt Station
Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
12Th Street / Oakland City Center
Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
19Th Street Oakland
Drive: 7 min 3.6 mi
West Oakland
Drive: 9 min 4.3 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Oakland
Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
Emeryville
Drive: 14 min 8.0 mi
Berkeley Amtrak
Drive: 15 min 9.7 mi
San Francisco Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 22 min 13.9 mi
Bayshore Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 30 min 18.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Metro Oakland International
 Drive: 12 min 5.3 mi
San Francisco International
 Drive: 41 min 26.3 mi

Walkability Near 1521 Alameda Ave Alameda, CA 94501

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1521 Alameda Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Waterside Alameda
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Neptune Plaza
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Alameda South Shore Center
Drive: 5 min 1.4 mi
1521 Alameda Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Crab Cove Visitor Center
 Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Crown Memorial State Beach
 Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
 Drive: 6 min 3.1 mi
Oakland Museum of California
 Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
Jack London Square
 Drive: 7 min 3.4 mi
1521 Alameda Ave has 5 parks within 3.4 miles, including Crown Memorial State Beach, Crab Cove Visitor Center, and Jack London Square.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Alameda Hospital
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Telecare Heritage Psychiatric Health Facility
Drive: 9 min 3.7 mi
Highland Hospital
Drive: 11 min 5.5 mi
1521 Alameda Ave has 3 hospitals within 5.5 miles, the nearest is Alameda Hospital which is 0.8 mile away and a 15 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda
Drive: 9 min 3.5 mi
Alameda/US Naval Air Station San Francisco
Drive: 10 min 3.5 mi
Oakland Army Base
Drive: 15 min 6.6 mi
1521 Alameda Ave has 3 military bases within 6.6 miles, the nearest is Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda which is 3.5 miles away and a 9 minute drive.
 
 
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Does 1521 Alameda Ave have in-unit laundry?

1521 Alameda Ave does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at 1521 Alameda Ave?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at 1521 Alameda Ave?

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Is 1521 Alameda Ave pet-friendly?

1521 Alameda Ave does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

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