This 1929-built apartment building is located on the Berkeley/Piedmont Border in the Temescal area in an excellent location right next to the 24 and 580 interchanges. This quaint 18-unit apartment complex is located between Telegraph Ave. and MacArthur Blvd., for privacy and a quiet atmosphere.
This complex has a lot of character, a laundry room, street parking, and most importantly, captures the 1920's vibe inside and out!
AVAILABLE: 09/13/2025
Some of the amenities include:
*Onsite laundry
*Retro Kitchen Floors
*Custom Tiled Bathroom
*Hardwood Flooring
*Built-in Storage
*Large Closets
*Large Windows
North Oakland is a diverse and highly sought after community in which to live. Temescal has been a favorite of many residents for years. Even more recently Temescal has found an influx of even more hip shops and amazing restaurants. The location is ideal since one can walk amongst local fare or commute to neighboring cities like Berkeley or San Francisco. The frwy and a major BART station are just minutes away.
Utilities Included: None - Charged Back Monthly for Water & Trash
Sorry No Pets
*Tenants are screened for income (min 3x the rent per month), rental history (no previous late payments, no evictions) and minimum Equifax credit score of 650.
*Guarantors are screened for income (min 5x the rent per month) and minimum Equifax credit score of 700.
*NOTE - Pictures are stock photographs of the property and may not be of the actual unit available
*Professionally managed by SPM Properties, Inc.
*Please see our website to download an application today!
3909 Shafter Ave
Oakland, CA 94609
Apartment building
Studio-1 bed
Available units
This building may have units for rent or for sale. Select a unit to contact.
What's special
Built-in storageRetro kitchen floorsHardwood flooringLarge windowsOnsite laundryLarge closetsCustom tiled bathroom
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Neighborhood: Mosswood
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Oakland
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Emerson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Westlake Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Oakland Technical High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 3909 Shafter Ave?
3909 Shafter Ave has a walk score of 93, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 3909 Shafter Ave?
3909 Shafter Ave has a transit score of 71, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to 3909 Shafter Ave?
The schools assigned to 3909 Shafter Ave include Emerson Elementary School, Westlake Middle School, and Oakland Technical High School.
What neighborhood is 3909 Shafter Ave in?
3909 Shafter Ave is in the Mosswood neighborhood in Oakland, CA.