475 Newton Ave

About This Home

Charming Lake Merritt 2BR Apartment with Lake Views + Bonus Office/Nursery + Sunroom Prime Oakland Location! UPDATE: Newly updated kitchen with brand-new dishwasher and microwave. Available December 15, 2025 schedule a showing today! Welcome home to 475 Newton Avenue, a beautifully maintained and inviting first-floor 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment with both a bonus office/nursery and a separate sunroom/den, perfectly situated on one of Oakland's quietest, most picturesque streets just steps from Lake Merritt. This light-filled home offers the best of both worlds: peaceful living with breathtaking lake views, while being just a 5-minute walk to Grand Avenue's beloved cafes, restaurants, and boutiques, and only a 10-minute walk to BART for quick, easy access to San Francisco. Inside, you'll find classic Oakland charm: warm hardwood floors, large windows that fill the home with natural light, and a thoughtfully designed layout perfect for modern living. The spacious primary bedroom includes an adjoining sunroom/den ideal for a reading nook, office, or creative studio. The second bedroom works beautifully as an additional sleeping space. The unit also comes with a separate bonus room which can be used as an nursery, additional office, or study. Off the kitchen, enjoy a charming breakfast nook perfect for morning coffee or casual meals. The kitchen comes equipped with a refrigerator, stove, oven, new dishwasher, and new microwave. Laundry is shared with the homeowner and located on-site for your convenience. Step outside to the beautiful shared backyard, perfect for relaxing or enjoying the outdoors. Available December 15, 2025 1-year fixed-term lease Shared laundry Pets allowed Unfurnished Don't miss this rare opportunity to live in one of Oakland's most desirable neighborhoods, where charm, community, and convenience come together beautifully.