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Highlights
- Gas stove
- Clawfoot tub
- Beautiful wood floors
- Laundry room at premises
Location
1438 Madison St, Oakland, CA 94612, USA|Lakeside
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Property Overview
1438 Madison St offers strong overall value with a 7.9/10 expert rating, highlighted by excellent price (8/10), top-tier amenities (9/10), and a highly convenient location (9/10). Renters benefit from features like a gas stove, clawfoot tub, beautiful wood floors, and on-site laundry, along with very close access to top-rated elementary and middle schools and above-average value for money in the area.
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
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Floor plans
| Studio | Studio | 1 bath | $1,325–$1,495 /mo | 3 units available | $1000 Relocation Rebate! Moving is expensive! Let us help you with your moving costs. Please see leasing office for more details. Unit Description: 1438 Madison St. #25, Studio unit Dogs under 25 lbs deposit $500 Short term Lease available A PET FRIENDLY APARTMENT COMPLEX CLOSE TO LAKESIDE PARK WHERE YOU AND YOUR PET CAN EXPLORE LAKE MERRITT AND ITS BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS. *****Short distance to Station Bart 12th or 9th. Bus lines minutes away.**** Nice and extra clean Unit Beautiful wood floors Clawfoot tub Gas Stove Kitchen Stove Fridge Cabinet space Laundry room at premises. Location: Very desirable location Lake Merritt blocks away |
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Amenities for 1438 Madison St
Apartment Amenities
| Water and Garbage Included |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Services
| On-Site Management |
Other
| Online Maintenance Portal |
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
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 34 |
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About 1438 Madison St
$1000 Relocation Rebate! Moving is expensive! Let us help you with your moving costs. Please see leasing office for more details. Unit Description: 1438 Madison St. #25, Studio unit Dogs under 25 lbs deposit $500 Short term Lease available A PET FRIENDLY APARTMENT COMPLEX CLOSE TO LAKESIDE PARK WHERE YOU AND YOUR PET CAN EXPLORE LAKE MERRITT AND ITS BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS. *****Short distance to Station Bart 12th or 9th. Bus lines minutes away.**** Nice and extra clean Unit Beautiful wood floors Clawfoot tub Gas Stove Kitchen Stove Fridge Cabinet space Laundry room at premises. Location: Very desirable location Lake Merritt blocks away
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.
7.9
/10
Very Good1438 Madison St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 1438 Madison St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Lakeside. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
1438 Madison St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including on-site management. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1438 Madison St 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.
1438 Madison St 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 1438 Madison St 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.
1438 Madison St 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.
1438 Madison St 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 1438 Madison St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Less expensive
- Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
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Rent trends in Lakeside
studio apartments at 1438 Madison St cost about 16% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Lakeside.
Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
Lakeside
Oakland
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,561 |
| April 2026 | $1,553 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,695 |
| May 2024 | $1,675 |
| June 2024 | $1,686 |
| July 2024 | $1,672 |
| August 2024 | $1,650 |
| September 2024 | $1,637 |
| October 2024 | $1,650 |
| November 2024 | $1,668 |
| December 2024 | $1,659 |
| January 2025 | $1,621 |
| February 2025 | $1,639 |
| March 2025 | $1,644 |
| April 2025 | $1,602 |
| May 2025 | $1,639 |
| June 2025 | $1,622 |
| July 2025 | $1,667 |
| August 2025 | $1,625 |
| September 2025 | $1,560 |
| October 2025 | $1,553 |
| November 2025 | $1,619 |
| December 2025 | $1,623 |
| January 2026 | $1,595 |
| February 2026 | $1,595 |
| March 2026 | $1,500 |
| April 2026 | $1,575 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1438 Madison St?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$53,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $53,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,325.
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Schools near 1438 Madison St
Lincoln Elementary School
225 11th st
oakland, CA, 94607
K-5Public
B+
Canyon Elementary School
187 pinehurst rd
canyon, CA, 94516
K-8Public
A
Independent Study Sojourner Truth
8251 fontaine st
oakland, CA, 94605
K-12Public
B-
Balboa Children's Center
1001 s 57th st
richmond, CA, 94804
PKPublic
San Leandro Virtual Academy
2600 teagarden st
san leandro, CA, 94577
K-12Public
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Getting around Oakland near 1438 Madison St
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 1438 Madison St, Oakland
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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