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Grand Central

1701 Central Ave, Alameda, CA 94501

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  • Built in 1970
  • 21 units/3 stories

About Grand Central

Experience your new apartment at Grand Central in Alameda. These apartments are located in Alameda on Central Ave. The professional leasing staff is waiting to show you all that this community has in store. Be sure to view the available floorplans. At Grand Central you're right at home.

Grand Central 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
1701 Central Ave, Alameda,
CA 94501
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Neighborhood

The west side of the colorful, vibrant island that is Alameda is home to some of the city’s most exciting attractions and stunning surroundings. A large portion of West Alameda is made up of sprawling industrial space and an unused airfield that hosts motor shows and incredible events. West Alameda is also home to the USS Hornet, a historic aircraft carrier that played a part in WWII and the Apollo 11 recovery mission. If you’re looking for fun and enrichment all within a few minutes of San Francisco, look for a rental in West Alameda.

With an even mix of charming, mature homes and tech-laden apartments, West Alameda is mirroring the housing boom that’s occurring just across the bay. There’s plenty of parks to keep residents of the island entertained in the area’s incredible weather. Don’t miss Monarch St., with its wineries, breweries, and trendy restaurants. There’s comprehensive BART service from West Alameda, so popping into San Francisco or Oakland is easy.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

West Alameda Alameda, CA
Studio $2,054 $2,051
1 Bedroom $2,529 $2,492
2 Bedrooms $2,788 $2,897
3 Bedrooms $3,881 $3,603

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 558-575 Sq Ft $1,750 $2,634 $4,272
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 737 Sq Ft $1,800 $3,001 $5,045
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1016-1017 Sq Ft $1,919 $3,434 $8,210
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1181 Sq Ft $2,602 $3,789 $10,818
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1577 Sq Ft $4,195 $4,722 $4,916
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
College of Alameda
Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
Lincoln University, Oakland
Drive: 7 min 3.4 mi
Laney College
Drive: 8 min 3.9 mi
Samuel Merritt University
Drive: 11 min 4.8 mi
Grand Central is within 6 minutes or 2.3 miles from College of Alameda. It is also near Lincoln University, Oakland and Laney College.
Schools
Achieve Academy
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
537 Students
Nearby
Grades K-5
296 Students
Nearby
Bella Vista Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
349 Students
Nearby
Love Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
498 Students
Attendance Zone
Will C. Wood Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
613 Students
Attendance Zone
Alameda High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,868 Students
Nearby
St. Joseph Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
266 Students
Nearby
Children's Learning Center
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Alameda include Fruitvale, located 2.6 miles from Grand Central. Grand Central is near Metro Oakland International, located 5.4 miles or 12 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 26.5 miles or 41 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Fruitvale
Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
Lake Merritt Station
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
12Th Street / Oakland City Center
Drive: 7 min 3.4 mi
19Th Street Oakland
Drive: 7 min 3.7 mi
West Oakland
Drive: 10 min 4.5 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Oakland
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
Emeryville
Drive: 14 min 8.1 mi
Berkeley Amtrak
Drive: 15 min 9.9 mi
San Francisco Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 23 min 14.1 mi
Bayshore Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 30 min 18.7 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Metro Oakland International
 Drive: 12 min 5.4 mi
San Francisco International
 Drive: 41 min 26.5 mi

Walkability Near Grand Central

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Grand Central.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Waterside Alameda
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Alameda Marketplace
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Neptune Plaza
Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Grand Central 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
Crab Cove Visitor Center
 Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Crown Memorial State Beach
 Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
 Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
Oakland Museum of California
 Drive: 6 min 3.3 mi
Jack London Square
 Drive: 7 min 3.6 mi
Grand Central has 5 parks within 3.6 miles, including Crown Memorial State Beach, Crab Cove Visitor Center, and Jack London Square.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Alameda Hospital
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Telecare Heritage Psychiatric Health Facility
Drive: 8 min 3.4 mi
Highland Hospital
Drive: 10 min 4.3 mi
Grand Central has 3 hospitals within 4.3 miles, the nearest is Alameda Hospital which is 0.8 mile away and a 14 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda
Drive: 10 min 3.7 mi
Alameda/US Naval Air Station San Francisco
Drive: 10 min 3.7 mi
Grand Central is 3.7 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 Grand Central have in-unit laundry?

Grand Central 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 Grand Central?

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

Is parking available at Grand Central?

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Is Grand Central pet-friendly?

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

Does Grand Central have move-in specials?

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