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696 Athol Ave

696 Athol Ave, Oakland, CA 94610

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  • Built in 1972
  • 22 units/4 stories

About 696 Athol Ave Oakland, CA 94610

Find your new home at 696 Athol Ave in Oakland, CA. You'll find this community in the Cleveland Heights area of Oakland. The leasing staff is eager to show off our wonderful community. Come see 696 Athol Ave today.

696 Athol Ave is an apartment community located in Alameda County and the 94610 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Oakland Unified School District attendance zone.

Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Trash Pickup - Door to Door

Apartment Features

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Microwave

Disposal

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Carpet
  • Views
  • Balcony
Location
696 Athol Ave, Oakland,
CA 94610
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

Cleveland Heights is a quiet neighborhood nestled along the eastern shore of Lake Merritt, providing residents with easy access to over three miles of waterfront parks. Work out on the steps at Cleveland Cascade, view the lake at Pine Knoll Park, or visit the Pergola at Lake Merritt for a yoga class. Cleveland Heights has a variety of rental options available including apartments, condos, townhomes, and Mediterranean-style houses. The neighborhood is mainly residential, but there are restaurants and coffee shops scattered throughout the area. Cleveland Heights is also directly south of Grand Lake, which is known for its dynamic dining scene. For even more options for shopping, dining, and entertainment, Cleveland Heights is just two miles from Downtown Oakland.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Cleveland Heights Oakland, CA
Studio $1,896 $1,788
1 Bedroom $1,956 $2,173
2 Bedrooms $2,321 $2,792
3 Bedrooms $2,369 $3,340

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 550 Sq Ft $1,595 $1,895 $2,195
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 765 Sq Ft $1,850 $1,882 $1,915
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 663 Sq Ft $2,750 — —
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 2118 Sq Ft $4,900 — —
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Trash Pickup - Door to Door
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Carpet
  • Views
  • Balcony
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Laney College
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Samuel Merritt University
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Lincoln University, Oakland
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
College of Alameda
Drive: 10 min 3.9 mi
696 Athol Ave is within 5 minutes or 1.7 miles from Laney College. It is also near Samuel Merritt University and Lincoln University, Oakland.
Schools
Achieve Academy
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
537 Students
Nearby
Cleveland Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
376 Students
Attendance Zone
Love Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
498 Students
Nearby
Grades K-5
296 Students
Nearby
Edna Brewer Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
785 Students
Attendance Zone
Oakland High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,579 Students
Attendance Zone
St. Paul's Episcopal School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
365 Students
Nearby
Starlite Child Development Center
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
32 Students
Nearby
Grand Lake Montessori
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
19 Students
Nearby
Williams Academy
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Oakland include Lake Merritt Station, located 2.0 miles from 696 Athol Ave. 696 Athol Ave is near Metro Oakland International, located 9.7 miles or 16 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 23.7 miles or 35 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Lake Merritt Station
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
19Th Street Oakland
Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
12Th Street / Oakland City Center
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Fruitvale
Drive: 6 min 3.3 mi
Macarthur
Drive: 8 min 4.8 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Oakland
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
Emeryville
Drive: 7 min 4.8 mi
Berkeley Amtrak
Drive: 8 min 6.4 mi
San Francisco Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 17 min 11.4 mi
Richmond
Drive: 18 min 12.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Metro Oakland International
 Drive: 16 min 9.7 mi
San Francisco International
 Drive: 35 min 23.7 mi

Walkability Near 696 Athol Ave Oakland, CA 94610

Getting Around
Very Walkable
Walkability
80 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 696 Athol Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Merritt Shopping Center
Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
The Hive
Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
696 Athol Ave has 2 shopping centers within 1.9 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Lakeside Park
 Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Rotary Nature Center
 Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Morcom Rose Garden
 Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Lakeside Park Garden Center
 Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Oakland Museum of California
 Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
696 Athol Ave has 5 parks within 1.9 miles, including Lakeside Park, Rotary Nature Center, and Lakeside Park Garden Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Highland Hospital
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Oakland / Richmond
Drive: 3 min 1.8 mi
Telecare Heritage Psychiatric Health Facility
Drive: 4 min 2.1 mi
696 Athol Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.1 miles, the nearest is Highland Hospital which is 0.9 mile away and a 17 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda
Drive: 14 min 5.4 mi
Alameda/US Naval Air Station San Francisco
Drive: 15 min 5.6 mi
Oakland Army Base
Drive: 14 min 7.2 mi
696 Athol Ave has 3 military bases within 7.2 miles, the nearest is Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda which is 5.4 miles away and a 14 minute drive.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 696 Athol Ave have in-unit laundry?

While 696 Athol Ave does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at 696 Athol Ave?

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

Is parking available at 696 Athol Ave?

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Is 696 Athol Ave pet-friendly?

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

Does 696 Athol Ave have move-in specials?

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