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    $2,495/mo

    1 Lakeside Dr APT 301, Oakland, CA 94612

    1beds
    658sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
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    Apartment
    Available now
    No pets
    -- A/C
    In unit laundry
    Attached garage parking
    -- Heating
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Lakeside swimming poolNewer luxury plank flooringStainless steel appliancesGranite countertopsHot tubBbq terraceUpdated kitchen
    Modern 1BR at The Essex Lake Merritt Living with Luxury Amenities Welcome to your next home at The Essex, one of Oakland's premier luxury high-rises located right on Lake Merritt's iconic waterfront. This spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit offers comfort, style, and unbeatable convenience. The open-concept floor plan features a sleek, updated kitchen with granite countertops, maple cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. The living room and kitchen feature newer luxury plank flooring, the bedroom is carpeted, and the bathroom is finished in elegant limestone tile. The bedroom isn't oversized but offers a nice view of Lake Merritt and includes a walk-in closet outfitted with the Container Store's Elfa closet system for customizable storage. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit washer and dryer. The unit is clean, modern, and move-in ready. The Essex offers resort-style amenities including a fitness center, community room, business center, conference room, and secure garage parking with key fob access. The lakeside swimming pool, hot tub, clubhouse, and BBQ terrace are currently under renovation. Additional conveniences include secure package handling through the front desk, food delivery-friendly access for services like DoorDash and Uber Eats, and 24-hour front desk and security. Located in the heart of Oakland, this unit is close to the 19th Street and Lake Merritt BART stations, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Sprouts, and the Grand Lake Farmers Market. Dining, shopping, and entertainment options are plentiful in Uptown, Downtown, and Jack London Square, with an abundance of cafes, breweries, galleries, and live music venues. You're also just minutes from Alameda Landing with Target, Safeway, In-N-Out, and more. Available now. Contact to schedule a showing and make The Essex your new home. Owner pays for water and garbage. Tenant pays for electricity and internet. One parking space included. Move-in fee paid by applicant. This property complies with the City of Oakland's Fair Chance Ordinance. A copy of the required notice is available upon request or can be found on the City of Oakland's website.
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Walk In Closet
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 658 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Attached
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Business Center, Community Room, Electricity not included in rent, Food delivery-friendly access, Garbage included in rent, Internet not included in rent, Package Receiving, Staffed front desk, Walk In Closet, Water included in rent
    Details
    • Parcel number: 869511

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Garbage, Water

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: No

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Fitness Center, Pool
    HOA
    • Amenities included: Fitness Center, Pool
    Location
    • Region: Oakland

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/6/2025Price change$2,495-3.9%$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    8/2/2025Listed for rent$2,595+4%$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    10/1/2022Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager
    9/15/2022Listed for rent$2,495$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager
    11/29/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rental Network_1

    Neighborhood: Lakeside

    There are 6 available units in this apartment building

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