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1537 8th Ave

1537 8th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606

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  • Built in 1961
  • 10 units/2 stories

About 1537 8th Ave Oakland, CA 94606

At 1537 8th Ave in Oakland, you've discovered your new home. In a convenient location on 8th Ave in Oakland's 94606 area, renters can easily connect with a number of attractions nearby. The leasing staff is waiting to show you all that this community has in store. Come for a visit to check out the current floorplan options. Get a head start on moving now. Contact or stop by the 1537 8th Ave leasing office to check the current floorplan availability today.

1537 8th Ave 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.

Community Amenities

  • Controlled Access
  • 24 Hour Access

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Stainless Steel Appliances

Double Pane Windows

Heating

  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Double Pane Windows
Location
1537 8th Ave, Oakland,
CA 94606
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Neighborhood

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
Studio $1,229 $1,704
1 Bedroom $1,774 $2,101
2 Bedrooms $3,082 $2,706
3 Bedrooms $3,266 $3,263

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 356 Sq Ft $1,350 $1,450 $1,550
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 811 Sq Ft $1,645 $2,016 $3,500
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1069 Sq Ft $1,795 $3,712 $5,800
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1475 Sq Ft $1,200 $6,396 $8,395
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1997 Sq Ft $4,200 — —
Amenities
  • Controlled Access
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Double Pane Windows
Office Hours
Monday By Appointment
Tuesday By Appointment
Wednesday By Appointment
Thursday By Appointment
Friday By Appointment
Saturday By Appointment
Sunday By Appointment
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Laney College
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Lincoln University, Oakland
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Samuel Merritt University
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
College of Alameda
Drive: 8 min 3.2 mi
1537 8th Ave is within 16 minutes or 0.8 mile from Laney College. It is also near Lincoln University, Oakland and Samuel Merritt University.
Schools
Bella Vista Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
349 Students
Nearby
Achieve Academy
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
537 Students
Nearby
Grades K-5
296 Students
Nearby
Franklin Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
499 Students
Attendance Zone
Roosevelt Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
512 Students
Attendance Zone
MetWest High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
237 Students
Nearby
Oakland High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,579 Students
Attendance Zone
St. Anthony School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
186 Students
Nearby
Agnes Memorial Christian Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
Bayhill High School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Oakland include Lake Merritt Station, located 1.3 miles from 1537 8th Ave. 1537 8th Ave is near Metro Oakland International, located 8.1 miles or 13 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 24.9 miles or 38 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Lake Merritt Station
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
12Th Street / Oakland City Center
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
19Th Street Oakland
Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
Fruitvale
Drive: 4 min 2.2 mi
Macarthur
Drive: 10 min 6.1 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Oakland
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Emeryville
Drive: 11 min 5.8 mi
Berkeley Amtrak
Drive: 12 min 7.4 mi
San Francisco Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 20 min 12.5 mi
Bayshore Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 27 min 17.1 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Metro Oakland International
 Drive: 13 min 8.1 mi
San Francisco International
 Drive: 38 min 24.9 mi

Walkability Near 1537 8th Ave Oakland, CA 94606

Getting Around
Very Walkable
Walkability
80 / 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1537 8th Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Merritt Shopping Center
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Pacific Renaissance
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Old Oakland
Drive: 3 min 1.7 mi
1537 8th Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.7 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
 Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Oakland Museum of California
 Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Lakeside Park
 Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Rotary Nature Center
 Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Lakeside Park Garden Center
 Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
1537 8th Ave has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Oakland Museum of California, Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail, and Lakeside Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Highland Hospital
Drive: 3 min 1.7 mi
Telecare Heritage Psychiatric Health Facility
Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
1537 8th Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.9 miles, the nearest is Highland Hospital which is 1.7 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda
Drive: 12 min 4.8 mi
Oakland Army Base
Drive: 13 min 5.2 mi
1537 8th Ave is 4.8 miles from Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda, and is convenient to other military bases, including Oakland Army Base.
 
 
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Does 1537 8th Ave have in-unit laundry?

1537 8th 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 1537 8th Ave?

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

Is parking available at 1537 8th Ave?

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Is 1537 8th Ave pet-friendly?

1537 8th Ave does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does 1537 8th Ave have move-in specials?

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