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The Lake Merritt


1800 Madison St Oakland, CA

1 Bed
•
1 Bath

580 - 800 Sq. Ft.

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Studio • 1 Bath
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$1,995
588 ft2
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,595
565 ft2
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Unit 410
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Studio • 1 Bath
$2,495
563 ft2
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Unit 610
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Studio • 1 Bath
$2,545
596 ft2
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Unit 307
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$2,595
580 ft2
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301
$2,595
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$2,595
600 ft2
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507 - Junior 1 Bedroom
$2,595
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$2,795
800 ft2
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Unit 308
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Where you'll live
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
96
Walker's Paradise
Transit Score®
84
Excellent Transit
Bike Score®
89
Very Bikeable
Amenities
On-site Laundry
Fitness Center
Refrigerator
Public Transportation
Controlled Access
On Bus Line
Hardwood Floors
Water Included
Electric Included
Utilities Included
Online Community Portal
Smoke-free Community
Coffee Bar
Online Payments
Bike Parking
Near Grocery Store
Lake Views
Gas Included
Sewer Included
City Views
Vintage Building
Large Closets
Multi-purpose Room
Full Sized Kitchen
Sprinkler System
Dishwasher
Carpet
Recreation Room
Library
Range / Oven
Microwave
Stainless Steel Appliances
Lake
Media Room
Ceiling Fans
Cable-ready
Intercom System
Elevator
Secured Entry
Package Receiving
Lobby
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Pet Friendly Community
Pet Deposit:

$500 deposit

Breed Restrictions:

None

Size Restrictions:

50 pounds

Number Limit:

2 pets

Pet Fee:

None

Pet Rent:

None

Parking
Garage - Detached
Off-street Parking
More Info:

Garage Parking for $250 per month

Lease & Fees
Security Deposit:

$600

Lease Length:

6-12 Months

Application Fee:

$40 per adult applicant

Late Fee:

3%

Other:

Willing to entertain shorter leases

Property details
Description

MOVE IN SPECIAL!*: $250 - $600 off monthly rent. (Special reflected in listing price. Must qualify on full rent)

The Lake Merritt is an intimate, yet grand, iconic and historic Oakland landmark building that is located on the edge of beautiful and popular Lake Merritt. It's a MUST SEE apartment! Schedule a tour today!

Benefits of living here:
- Located directly across the street from Oakland's urban pride and joy, Lake Merritt (a 140-acre park)
- Biking and walking paths out your front door!
- Close to public transportation, including BART and AC transit
- Close to shopping, restaurants, cafes, business and cultural attractions
- Views of Lake Merritt and/or the city from your apartment windows
- Utilities paid by owner
- Trash valet
- 24/7 remote doorman + controlled access building

Considered by many as the "Jewel on the Lake," this Mediterranean Art Deco building was designed by award-winning architect, William Weeks.
It has been lovingly cared for over the years by the owners, who have put an emphasis on restoring and maintaining the property's original allure, making this one of Oakland's most desirable buildings. Come for a tour and see for yourself!
(*Reflected in the listed price & subject to change)

Additional Details
Year Built: 1927
Total Unit Count: 1
Last Updated: Updated over 1 month ago
Contact Number: (510) 603-5733
Property manager information
Berger Enterprises
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Office Hours
Sunday: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Monday: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for The Lake Merritt by bedroom type below.
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$95,800
per year
Rent report

The Lake Merritt Rent vs. Oakland Average

 The Lake Merritt      Oakland Average
1BR
$2,662
$2,249
$0
$900
$1,800
$2,700
$3,600

The Lake Merritt is asking 18% more than the average 1 bedroom apartment in Oakland.

If you upsized to an average priced Oakland 2 bedroom apartment, you would pay 24% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Oakland studio apartment, you would pay 31% less per month.

The Lake Merritt provides 0% more square footage than the average Oakland 1 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
The Lake Merritt
1BR $2,662 $4.00 $7,985
Oakland Average
Studio $1,722 $4.20 $5,167
1BR $2,249 $3.40 $6,748
2BR $2,949 $3.00 $8,847
3BR $3,546 $2.70 $10,637
4BR $4,326 $2.50 $12,978

Availability in Oakland

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 622 1BR units on the market in Oakland. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
21% 39% 30% 8% 2%
Available Units in Oakland
Studio 334
1BR 622
2BR 473
3BR 123
4BR 24
Location
Nearby Colleges
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Mpi Chemical Dependency Recovery Hospital 1.02 mi.
Alta Bates Summit Med CTR Summit Campus Summit 1.08 mi.
Alta Bates Summit Med CTR Summit Campus Hawthorne 1.15 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Oakland Fire And Rescue 0.87 mi.
Woodstock Fire Department 1.86 mi.
Emeryville Fire Department 1.9 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 3 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 3 units vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 580 to 800 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $2,595 to $2,795. The Lake Merritt has 1 bedroom units available starting at $2,595.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 1800 Madison St in Oakland, CA. It's 0.5 miles northeast from the center of Oakland.
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