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  • 281 MACARTHUR Blvd

    281 Macarthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94610

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  • Special offer! **RENT SPECIAL: Move in by October 31st, 2026 with a 13-month lease, and you'll get 1 MONTH FREE. The advertised rent of $2,949 takes this special into account. Your monthly base rent will be $3,195**

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  • Apartment building
    2 beds
    Pet-friendly
    In-unit laundry (W/D)

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    --Special offer
    2 bd, 1 ba
    900
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    $2,949

    What's special

    **RENT SPECIAL: Move in by October 31st, 2026 with a 13-month lease, and you'll get 1 MONTH FREE. The advertised rent of $2,949 takes this special into account. Your monthly base rent will be $3,195** THE APARTMENT This meticulously and tastefully appointed 2-bedroom apartment in the Adam's Point neighborhood has it all. It is part of a nineteen-unit apartment building. In-unit amenities include high-end, full-size washer & dryer, stainless steel kitchen appliances and luxury finishes throughout from the quartz sink to the painted encaustic cement backsplash. The spacious apartment is on the third floor with a private balcony, offers expansive views of Oakland and receives plenty of light throughout the day. THE LOCATION 281 Macarthur is located in the attractive Adam's Point neighborhood on the northern shore of Lake Merritt and is surrounded by some of Oakland's most vibrant neighborhoods. The nearby Grand Lake Saturday Farmers Market is widely acclaimed as the best farmers' market in the East Bay. With a walkscore of 81, this apartment building is close to downtown Oakland, Lake Merritt, Piedmont Avenue and the Grand Lake district. Whole Foods, Safeway, Trader Joes and a number of award-winning restaurants are a short walk away. * 900 square feet plus balcony * Hardwood Type floors * Remodeled gourmet kitchen with luxury quartz countertops and brand-new stainless-steel appliances (dishwasher, bottom freezer refrigerator, electric range and microwave oven) * New bathroom with marble shower * Full size Washer and Dryer in unit * LED lighting throughout * Elevator in building * Secure Garage Parking Available (see details below) *EV charging * Pets allowed (Breed restrictions apply, see details below) * Professionally managed building with online payments * Lockers for package receipt * USB Outlets * Double Paned Windows LEASE TERMS * Pets: $75 added to the base rent per pet. * Garbage, Recycling, Common Area Electricity and Water is a flat monthly fee of $125 paid in addition to the base rent. * Off Street Secure Garage Parking Available: $150 per month. * Smoking is not permitted anywhere in the unit or on the premises. * Must meet credit and income requirements. *Photos are representative of this unit Rental Terms Rent: $2,949 Application Fee: $35 Security Deposit: $2,500 Available 10/1/26 Amenities In Unit Laundry EV chargers available Off Street Parking Appliances Electric Stainless Steel Stove Garbage Disposal Stainless Steel Dishwasher Gas Wall Heater Clothes Washer Clothes Dryer
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    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Other
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Services & facilities
    • Elevator

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Dryer
    • Microwave Oven: Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Washer
    Other
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Policies

    Parking
    • Off Street Parking

    Neighborhood: Adams Point

    Areas of interest

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    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Very Walkable
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Good Transit

    Nearby schools in Oakland

    Piedmont Avenue Elementary School
    Grades K-5 • 1 miles
    5/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    4/10
    Student Progress Rating
    6/10
    Westlake Middle School
    Grades 6-8 • 0.6 miles
    2/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    1/10
    Student Progress Rating
    3/10
    Oakland Technical High School
    Grades 9-12 • 1.3 miles
    8/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    8/10
    College Readiness Rating
    8/10

    Adams Point sits beside Lake Merritt, with residential streets linking the lakeshore to central Oakland. The mild Bay Area climate makes it easy to enjoy the lake’s walking and cycling paths, open lawns, and views of the water and city. The neighborhood’s defining landmark is Lake Merritt itself, while nearby Grand Avenue and Lakeshore Avenue offer cafés, restaurants, and everyday shops. The Oakland Museum of California and the Grand Lake Theatre are close by for art, history, and film; the Grand Lake Farmers Market adds a regular outdoor stop. Buses and nearby BART stations connect the area with other parts of Oakland and the wider Bay Area, and many local errands can be done on foot. For Adams Point, median rent is $2,285 per month, with a typical range of $1,450 to $4,250.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 281 MACARTHUR Blvd?

    281 MACARTHUR Blvd has a walk score of 84, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of 281 MACARTHUR Blvd?

    281 MACARTHUR Blvd has a transit score of 55, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to 281 MACARTHUR Blvd?

    The schools assigned to 281 MACARTHUR Blvd include Piedmont Avenue Elementary School, Westlake Middle School, and Oakland Technical High School.

    Does 281 MACARTHUR Blvd have in-unit laundry?

    Yes, 281 MACARTHUR Blvd has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.

    What neighborhood is 281 MACARTHUR Blvd in?

    281 MACARTHUR Blvd is in the Adams Point neighborhood in Oakland, CA.

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