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Best Bay Apartments

961-963 18th St, Oakland, CA 94607

3.9 (1 review)

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3.9
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Property Information

  • Built in 1910
  • 6 units/3 stories

About Best Bay Apartments

Discover Best Bay Apartments in Oakland. These apartments are located on 18th St. in the 94607 area of Oakland. Make a visit to view the available floorplans. Here at this community, the leasing staff is ready and waiting to help you find your perfect fit. Visit Best Bay Apartments today.

Best Bay Apartments is an apartment community located in Alameda County and the 94607 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Oakland Unified School District attendance zone.

Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Storage Space
Location
961-963 18th St, Oakland,
CA 94607
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Neighborhood

A Bay Area locale on the rise, West Oakland is poised to be one of the most popular Oakland neighborhoods for its relatively affordable rentals and proximity to public transit. West Oakland is tucked into the area formed by Interstate 880, 980, and 580 complex just across the bay from San Francisco. Oakland’s recent swell in popularity has made West Oakland a common spot for the commuting crowd outside of the Golden Gate City. You’ll find a few parks and plenty of coffee shops and trendy restaurants just off the industrial areas that line the bay.

Modern apartment rentals in mid-rise buildings and charming homes in long-standing houses showcase the contrast of this Bay Area neighborhood. Commuting into San Francisco takes just 15 minutes via car, or 20 via BART, the Bay Area’s public transportation system.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

West Oakland Oakland, CA
Studio $1,515 $1,708
1 Bedroom $1,890 $2,112
2 Bedrooms $2,171 $2,712
3 Bedrooms $2,439 $3,276

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 438-440 Sq Ft $895 $1,670 $2,850
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 839-843 Sq Ft $900 $2,755 $9,295
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1018 Sq Ft $1,798 $3,227 $10,631
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 989 Sq Ft $2,225 $2,704 $3,700
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1442 Sq Ft $2,355 $3,683 $5,995
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Storage Space
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Lincoln University, Oakland
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Samuel Merritt University
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Laney College
Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
College of Alameda
Drive: 7 min 3.0 mi
Best Bay Apartments is within 17 minutes or 0.9 mile from Lincoln University, Oakland. It is also near Samuel Merritt University and Laney College.
Schools
Bella Vista Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
349 Students
Nearby
KIPP Bridge Academy
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
520 Students
Nearby
Ralph J. Bunche High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
Lotus Blossom Academy
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
E.M. University of Science & Technology School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Oakland include 19Th Street Oakland, located 0.7 mile from Best Bay Apartments. Best Bay Apartments is near Metro Oakland International, located 10.1 miles or 15 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 21.3 miles or 33 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
19Th Street Oakland
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
12Th Street / Oakland City Center
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
West Oakland
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Lake Merritt Station
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Macarthur
Drive: 6 min 4.3 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Oakland
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Emeryville
Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
Berkeley Amtrak
Drive: 7 min 4.6 mi
San Francisco Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 15 min 9.0 mi
Richmond
Drive: 16 min 10.8 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Metro Oakland International
 Drive: 15 min 10.1 mi
San Francisco International
 Drive: 33 min 21.3 mi

Walkability Near Best Bay Apartments

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

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
68 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Best Bay Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Jack London Gateway
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Swan's Marketplace
Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Old Oakland
Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Best Bay Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 2-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: 3 min 1.4 mi
Lakeside Park Garden Center
 Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Jack London Square
 Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Oakland Museum of California
 Drive: 3 min 1.7 mi
Rotary Nature Center
 Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
Best Bay Apartments has 5 parks within 1.9 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: 4 min 1.7 mi
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Oakland / Richmond
Drive: 4 min 2.4 mi
Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland
Drive: 4 min 2.6 mi
Best Bay Apartments has 3 hospitals within 2.6 miles, the nearest is Alta Bates Summit Medical Center which is 1.7 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Oakland Army Base
Drive: 9 min 3.0 mi
Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda
Drive: 11 min 4.5 mi
Best Bay Apartments is 3.0 miles from Oakland Army Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Best Bay Apartments have in-unit laundry?

While Best Bay Apartments does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at Best Bay Apartments?

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

Is parking available at Best Bay Apartments?

Contact this property for parking details.

Is Best Bay Apartments pet-friendly?

Best Bay Apartments does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does Best Bay Apartments have move-in specials?

Best Bay Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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