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1888 MLK

1888 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94612

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Highlights

  • Premier Transit Location
  • Balcony

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
Studio Studio 0 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 300 SF Not Available

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Property Information

  • Built in 2024
  • 88 units/6 stories

About 1888 MLK

Experience Oakland living at 1888 MLK. This property is situated in the Uptown Oakland area of Oakland. The leasing staff is ready to help you find your perfect new place. Make your move to 1888 MLK. Contact us or stop in to discuss your new apartment.

1888 MLK is an apartment community located in Alameda County and the 94612 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Oakland Unified School District attendance zone.

Community Amenities

  • Bicycle Storage

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

High Speed Internet Access

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
Location
1888 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland,
CA 94612
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

Located directly across the bay from San Francisco, Downtown Oakland extends from 12th Street north to Grand Avenue. It includes Lincoln University, several bank headquarters, a variety of restaurants, shops, and theaters. The historic Fox Theater and the art deco Paramount Theatre both offer live performances. Sports fans head to the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum to cheer on the NFL's Oakland Raiders and to the Oracle Arena to cheer the NBA's Golden State Warriors.

Oakland's "main street" is Broadway, which extends from 8th Street to 17th Street. The neighborhood's history dates back to the 1850s, and the downtown area is home to some of the nation's finest Art Deco architecture. Some places to visit include the Pardee Home (built in1868), the Rotunda Building, and the African American Museum and Library.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Uptown Oakland Oakland, CA
Studio $2,097 $1,761
1 Bedroom $2,410 $2,126
2 Bedrooms $3,121 $2,755
3 Bedrooms $3,545 $3,311

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 574-577 Sq Ft $895 $2,474 $6,500
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 712-714 Sq Ft $1,800 $3,082 $9,474
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1069-1070 Sq Ft $1,798 $4,273 $10,000
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1381 Sq Ft $2,500 $4,436 $10,000
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 516 Sq Ft $6,849 $7,156 $8,076
Amenities
  • Bicycle Storage
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Lincoln University, Oakland
Walk: 8 min 0.5 mi
Samuel Merritt University
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Laney College
Drive: 4 min 2.1 mi
College of Alameda
Drive: 7 min 2.7 mi
1888 MLK is within 8 minutes or 0.5 mile from Lincoln University, Oakland. It is also near Samuel Merritt University and Laney College.
Schools
Grades K-5
296 Students
Attendance Zone
Nea Community Learning Center
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
479 Students
Nearby
Westlake Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
279 Students
Attendance Zone
Oakland Technical High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,812 Students
Attendance Zone
St. Andrew Missionary Baptist
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Starlite Child Development Center
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
32 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Oakland include 19Th Street Oakland, located 0.3 mile from 1888 MLK. 1888 MLK is near Metro Oakland International, located 10.0 miles or 15 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 21.8 miles or 34 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
19Th Street Oakland
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
12Th Street / Oakland City Center
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Lake Merritt Station
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
West Oakland
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Macarthur
Drive: 6 min 4.0 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Oakland
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Emeryville
Drive: 7 min 3.9 mi
Berkeley Amtrak
Drive: 8 min 5.5 mi
San Francisco Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 16 min 9.4 mi
Bayshore Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 23 min 14.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Metro Oakland International
 Drive: 15 min 10.0 mi
San Francisco International
 Drive: 34 min 21.8 mi

Walkability Near 1888 MLK

Getting Around
Very Walkable
Walkability
80 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1888 MLK.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Swan's Marketplace
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
The Hive
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Jack London Gateway
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
1888 MLK has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 13-minute walk. 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: 17 min 0.9 mi
Lakeside Park Garden Center
 Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi
Jack London Square
 Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Oakland Museum of California
 Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Rotary Nature Center
 Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
1888 MLK has 5 parks within 1.5 miles, including Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail, Jack London Square, and Lakeside Park Garden Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Oakland / Richmond
Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland
Drive: 3 min 2.2 mi
1888 MLK has 3 hospitals within 2.2 miles, the nearest is Alta Bates Summit Medical Center which is 1.4 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Oakland Army Base
Drive: 10 min 3.5 mi
Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda
Drive: 11 min 4.2 mi
Alameda/US Naval Air Station San Francisco
Drive: 11 min 4.4 mi
1888 MLK has 3 military bases within 4.4 miles, the nearest is Oakland Army Base which is 3.5 miles away and a 10 minute drive.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 1888 MLK have in-unit laundry?

1888 MLK 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 1888 MLK?

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

Is parking available at 1888 MLK?

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Is 1888 MLK pet-friendly?

1888 MLK does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does 1888 MLK have move-in specials?

1888 MLK is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does 1888 MLK offer Matterport 3D tours?

While 1888 MLK does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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