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Highlights
- Excellent location
- Freeway access
- Parking included
Location
5900 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA|Bushrod
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Property Overview
5908 Martin Luther King Junior Way earns a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3 out of 10, reflecting its appeal to renters due to its excellent location, competitive pricing, and strong amenities. Notable features include convenient freeway access and included parking, complemented by proximity to a top-rated elementary school just 0.37 miles away. With a trustworthiness rating of 7 out of 10, this property showcases transparency in its offerings, enhancing its attractiveness to potential residents.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby
Great for
Eco living
Floor plans
| 5900 Martin Luther King Junior Way - 2 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $2,350 /mo | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bath Apartment 10 minutes from UC Berkeley! This charming apartment is ready for new tenants! Featuring: Parking is included for your convenience. Excellent location on the Berkeley border, close to: UC Berkeley, Local Hospitals, Public Transportation, Freeway Access. Enjoy the perfect balance of comfort and accessibility in this well-maintained home. Don't miss out on scheduling a viewing today! |
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About 5908 Martin Luther King Junior Way
2-Bedroom, 1-Bath Apartment 10 minutes from UC Berkeley! This charming apartment is ready for new tenants! Featuring: Parking is included for your convenience. Excellent location on the Berkeley border, close to: UC Berkeley, Local Hospitals, Public Transportation, Freeway Access. Enjoy the perfect balance of comfort and accessibility in this well-maintained home. Don't miss out on scheduling a viewing today!
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 5908 Martin Luther King Junior Way is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5908 Martin Luther King Junior Way has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
5908 Martin Luther King Junior Way offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 5908 Martin Luther King Junior Way is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5908 Martin Luther King Junior Way is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 5908 Martin Luther King Junior Way does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
5908 Martin Luther King Junior Way provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
5908 Martin Luther King Junior Way is great for:
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 5908 Martin Luther King Junior Way compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Bushrod
2-bedroom apartments at 5908 Martin Luther King Junior Way cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Bushrod.
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Bushrod
Oakland
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,595 |
| April 2024 | $1,595 |
| May 2024 | $1,595 |
| June 2024 | $1,589 |
| July 2024 | $1,617 |
| August 2024 | $1,626 |
| September 2024 | $1,648 |
| October 2024 | $1,625 |
| November 2024 | $1,633 |
| December 2024 | $1,595 |
| January 2025 | $1,595 |
| February 2025 | $1,595 |
| March 2025 | $1,632 |
| April 2025 | $1,595 |
| May 2025 | $1,585 |
| June 2025 | $1,591 |
| July 2025 | $1,594 |
| August 2025 | $1,564 |
| September 2025 | $1,567 |
| October 2025 | $1,591 |
| November 2025 | $1,595 |
| December 2025 | $1,596 |
| January 2026 | $1,598 |
| February 2026 | $1,595 |
| March 2026 | $1,572 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,637 |
| June 2024 | $1,725 |
| July 2024 | $1,755 |
| August 2024 | $1,699 |
| September 2024 | $1,697 |
| October 2024 | $1,702 |
| November 2024 | $1,695 |
| February 2025 | $1,795 |
| March 2025 | $1,845 |
| April 2025 | $1,895 |
| July 2025 | $1,945 |
| August 2025 | $1,945 |
| September 2025 | $1,884 |
| October 2025 | $1,895 |
| November 2025 | $1,895 |
| December 2025 | $1,895 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 5908 Martin Luther King Junior Way
Sankofa United Elementary School
581 61st st
oakland, CA, 94609
K-5Public
B-
Balboa Children's Center
1001 s 57th st
richmond, CA, 94804
PKPublic
Canyon Elementary School
187 pinehurst rd
canyon, CA, 94516
K-8Public
A
West County Mandarin
1575 mann dr
pinole, CA, 94564
K-6Public
B
Independent Study Sojourner Truth
8251 fontaine st
oakland, CA, 94605
K-12Public
B-
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Getting around Oakland near 5900 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
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 5900 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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