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2256 San Jose Ave

2256 San Jose Ave, Alameda, CA 94501

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  • Built in 1904
  • 4 units/3 stories

About 2256 San Jose Ave Alameda, CA 94501

Come enjoy Alameda living at 2256 San Jose Ave. This community can be found in Alameda at 2256 San Jose Ave in the 94501 area. Come by to see the available floorplan options. The leasing staff is excited to help you find the perfect apartment. Contact us or stop by today.

2256 San Jose Ave is an apartment community located in Alameda County and the 94501 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Oakland Unified School District attendance zone.

Location
2256 San Jose Ave, Alameda,
CA 94501
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Neighborhood

Nestled alongside the San Francisco Bay, Alameda’s South Shore is a scenic suburban community with a tranquil atmosphere and fantastic retail options. The heart of the community is the sprawling South Shore Center, an outdoor mall brimming with national retailers and restaurants as well as independent businesses and local Alameda favorites.

South Shore Center prides itself on being a hub for the community, hosting a bevy of year-round events that include cultural festivals and free concert series for everyone. As South Shore continues to grow, more and more apartments and houses are becoming available for rent. Ferry access and close proximity to the 880 makes getting around from South Shore simple.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

South Shore Alameda, CA
Studio $2,367 $2,051
1 Bedroom $2,564 $2,492
2 Bedrooms $3,147 $2,897
3 Bedrooms $2,798 $3,603

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 560 Sq Ft $1,750 $2,596 $3,066
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 710-714 Sq Ft $1,750 $2,780 $5,472
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1034-1036 Sq Ft $2,450 $3,506 $9,005
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 2200 Sq Ft $4,295 $6,396 $8,496
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1808 Sq Ft $4,195 $4,572 $4,950
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
College of Alameda
Drive: 9 min 3.1 mi
Laney College
Drive: 8 min 3.4 mi
Lincoln University, Oakland
Drive: 9 min 4.5 mi
Mills College
Drive: 13 min 5.1 mi
2256 San Jose Ave is within 9 minutes or 3.1 miles from College of Alameda. It is also near Laney College and Lincoln University, Oakland.
Schools
Achieve Academy
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
537 Students
Nearby
Love Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
498 Students
Attendance Zone
Melrose Leadership Academy
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
722 Students
Nearby
Bella Vista Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
349 Students
Nearby
Latitude 37.8 High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
389 Students
Nearby
St. Joseph Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
266 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Alameda include Fruitvale, located 2.1 miles from 2256 San Jose Ave. 2256 San Jose Ave is near Metro Oakland International, located 4.2 miles or 9 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 27.2 miles or 42 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Fruitvale
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Lake Merritt Station
Drive: 8 min 3.9 mi
Coliseum
Drive: 8 min 4.2 mi
12Th Street / Oakland City Center
Drive: 9 min 4.5 mi
19Th Street Oakland
Drive: 9 min 4.8 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Oakland
Drive: 8 min 3.9 mi
Emeryville
Drive: 16 min 8.9 mi
Berkeley Amtrak
Drive: 17 min 10.6 mi
San Francisco Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 24 min 14.8 mi
Bayshore Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 31 min 19.4 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Metro Oakland International
 Drive: 9 min 4.2 mi
San Francisco International
 Drive: 42 min 27.2 mi

Walkability Near 2256 San Jose Ave Alameda, CA 94501

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 2256 San Jose Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Alameda South Shore Center
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Alameda Marketplace
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Park Street Landing
Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
2256 San Jose Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.0 mile, which is about a 18-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Crown Memorial State Beach
 Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Crab Cove Visitor Center
 Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Oakland Museum of California
 Drive: 7 min 3.9 mi
Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline
 Drive: 9 min 4.3 mi
Jack London Square
 Drive: 9 min 4.4 mi
2256 San Jose Ave has 5 parks within 4.4 miles, including Crown Memorial State Beach, Crab Cove Visitor Center, and Oakland Museum of California.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Alameda Hospital
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Telecare Heritage Psychiatric Health Facility
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
Highland Hospital
Drive: 9 min 3.8 mi
2256 San Jose Ave has 3 hospitals within 3.8 miles, the nearest is Alameda Hospital which is 0.4 mile away and a 8 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda
Drive: 12 min 4.4 mi
Alameda/US Naval Air Station San Francisco
Drive: 13 min 4.5 mi
2256 San Jose Ave is 4.4 miles from Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda, and is convenient to other military bases, including Alameda/US Naval Air Station San Francisco.
 
 
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Does 2256 San Jose Ave have in-unit laundry?

2256 San Jose 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 2256 San Jose Ave?

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

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Is 2256 San Jose Ave pet-friendly?

2256 San Jose Ave does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

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