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Highlights
- Modern conveniences
- Exposed brick
- Beautiful hard wood floors
Location
404 N Sycamore St, Petersburg, VA 23803, USA
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Property Overview
The Oak combines modern conveniences with exposed brick and beautiful hardwood floors, creating a distinctive living space with updated appeal. Its overall appeal comes from these notable features, while the available information does not indicate specific pros or a broader “great for” profile.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Dishwasher
Floor plans
| 2/1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,000 sqft | $1,250 /mo |
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Amenities for The Oak
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Dryer | Hardwood Floor |
| High Ceilings | Island Kitchen |
| Vaulted Ceiling |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Smoke-free |
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
Applicants
Application Fee
Per-applicant.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 15 |
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About The Oak
Live in the Heart of Old Towne Petersburg! This property features architectural standouts like exposed brick and beautiful hard wood floors, plus all the modern conveniences you need to live comfortably. These apartments are located in the Oak Antique building, close to all the best restaurants in Petersburg, Virginia.
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Oak is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Oak 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.
The Oak 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·9A 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.
The Oak goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage disposal. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Oak receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Oak 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 The Oak 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.
The Oak 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.
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 The Oak compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 2.5 miles away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.0 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Petersburg
2-bedroom apartments at The Oak cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Petersburg.
Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Petersburg
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | $1,075 |
| May 2025 | $1,035 |
| June 2025 | $1,055 |
| July 2025 | $1,003 |
| August 2025 | $1,030 |
| September 2025 | $1,021 |
| October 2025 | $981 |
| November 2025 | $947 |
| December 2025 | $1,019 |
| January 2026 | $889 |
| February 2026 | $810 |
| March 2026 | $980 |
| April 2026 | $1,059 |
| May 2026 | $1,081 |
| June 2026 | $1,154 |
| July 2026 | $1,160 |
| August 2026 | $842 |
| September 2026 | $317 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 404 N Sycamore St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$50,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,250.
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Schools near The Oak
Westview Early Childhood Education Center
1100 patterson st
petersburg, VA, 23803
PKPublic
Pleasants Lane Elementary School
100 pleasants ln
petersburg, VA, 23803
K-5Public
D+
Battle Drive Child Development Center
10620 battle dr
fort lee, VA, 23801
PKPublic
Chester Early Childhood Learning Academy
155501 harrogate rd
chester, VA, 23831
PKPublic
Getting around Petersburg near 404 N Sycamore St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 404 N Sycamore St, Petersburg
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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