2605 9th Ave

Ivy Hill sits in Oakland’s Eastlake area, near Lake Merritt and the Oakland Estuary, with a mild Bay Area climate and a mix of residential blocks and busy commercial corridors. Lake Merritt offers walking paths, lawns and waterfront views, while nearby playgrounds and the Oakland Public Library’s Lakeview Branch add outdoor and reading-room options. International Boulevard and nearby East 18th Street have casual restaurants, cafés and everyday shops; the lakefront and surrounding districts provide more dining, arts and nightlife. The area’s history is closely tied to Oakland’s growth around the lake and estuary. Local buses and access to nearby BART stations support car-free trips, while major roads connect to other parts of Oakland and the region. The Ivy Hill neighborhood’s median rent is $1,995 per month, with a typical range of $1,545 to $2,650.