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553 Merritt Ave #3, Oakland, CA 94610, USA|Cleveland Heights
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Amenities for 553 Merritt Ave #3, Cleveland Heights
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony | Deck |
| Fireplace | Furnished |
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 553 Merritt Ave #3
About the space: It’s a 1br/1bath in 2br/2bath condo near Lake Merritt. The living, dining, and kitchen space are mostly furnished. The bedroom is 12’x11’ with a built in closet, and en-suite bathroom. The unit is equipped with a washer and dryer, has a cool balcony that overlooks the Lake Merritt park, and access to a large shared outdoor patio with a fireplace that’s perfect for social distant visits! The condo is built into the hill side and has awesome unobstructed views of Oakland. Street parking only. Rent is $2,050 and includes utilities (internet, water, trash collection, gas and electric). 1 month security deposit required. 6 month minimum lease. Rent can be reduced if utilities are split evenly each month. Room can be provided partially or fully furnished for no additional cost. About you: Responsible and easy going. Steady source of income and can provide rental history/reference. Likes to have fun and doesn’t take yourself too seriously. Keeps the common areas tidy. Does not smoke or do drugs. Ok with presence of alcohol in the home. This is a shared space. Please note that the 2nd bedroom/bathroom is occupied by an existing tenant - female working professional. Date Available: Mar 1st 2025. (Flexible) $2,050/month rent. $2,050 security deposit required. Please submit the form on this page or contact Zoe at 510-463-4510 to learn more.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 553 Merritt Ave #3 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 560 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Cleveland Heights |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 94610 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Cleveland Heights
1-bedroom apartments at 553 Merritt Ave #3 cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Oakland.
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Cleveland Heights
Oakland
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,092 |
| December 2023 | $2,058 |
| January 2024 | $2,050 |
| February 2024 | $1,995 |
| March 2024 | $1,995 |
| April 2024 | $1,997 |
| May 2024 | $1,995 |
| June 2024 | $1,996 |
| July 2024 | $2,037 |
| August 2024 | $2,039 |
| September 2024 | $2,043 |
| October 2024 | $2,008 |
| November 2024 | $1,996 |
| December 2024 | $2,000 |
| January 2025 | $1,997 |
| February 2025 | $1,995 |
| March 2025 | $1,995 |
| April 2025 | $1,968 |
| May 2025 | $1,925 |
| June 2025 | $1,952 |
| July 2025 | $1,972 |
| August 2025 | $1,969 |
| September 2025 | $1,997 |
| October 2025 | $1,987 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,043 |
| December 2023 | $2,048 |
| January 2024 | $2,074 |
| February 2024 | $2,095 |
| March 2024 | $2,073 |
| April 2024 | $2,038 |
| May 2024 | $2,000 |
| June 2024 | $1,960 |
| July 2024 | $2,009 |
| August 2024 | $2,031 |
| September 2024 | $1,993 |
| October 2024 | $1,995 |
| November 2024 | $1,934 |
| December 2024 | $2,067 |
| January 2025 | $2,122 |
| February 2025 | $2,043 |
| March 2025 | $2,050 |
| April 2025 | $2,002 |
| May 2025 | $2,006 |
| June 2025 | $2,102 |
| July 2025 | $2,121 |
| August 2025 | $2,120 |
| September 2025 | $2,093 |
| October 2025 | $2,094 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 7 months ago | $2,050 |
Schools near 553 Merritt Ave #3
Cleveland Elementary School
745 cleveland st
oakland, CA, 94606
K-5Public
B+
Independent Study Sojourner Truth
8251 fontaine st
oakland, CA, 94605
K-12Public
B-
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Neighborhood
Cleveland Heights | Oakland, CA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Oakland near 553 Merritt Ave #3
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 553 Merritt Ave #3, Oakland
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within walking distance
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