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Highlights
- Dishwasher
- Hardwood floors
- On-site laundry
- Refrigerator
- Intercom system
- Gated access
Location
434 E 17th St, Oakland, CA 94606, USA|Merritt
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Property Overview
434 E. 17th St offers a range of desirable features including a dishwasher, hardwood floors, on-site laundry, a refrigerator, an intercom system, and gated access. The property also has a favorable Zumper Expert Rating and is conveniently located just 0.39 miles from a top-rated high school, making it an attractive option for various lifestyles.
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
Floor plans
| 1/1 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,745 /mo | 1 unit available | $1000 Relocation Rebate! Moving is expensive! Let us help you with your moving costs. Please see leasing office for more details. Our very large one bedroom unit is just blocks from Lake Merritt in an attractively landscaped, well managed building. The unit offers hardwood floors in the living area, carpet in bedroom . The bathroom features a shower with bathtub. The great location, centered in the Lake Merritt area, means you'll never be far from Lakeshore's unique shopping and restaurants, Saturday morning's Grand Lake Farmer's Market, and Grand Lake Theater. Close to alternate transportation, AC and BART. Gated access. Building and Unit Features: New Hardwood Floors in Living Room New Carpet in bedroom Newly updated Kitchen & Bath New Paint New Appliances Crown molding Granite Counters Dishwasher Gas Heat Shower w/Tub On-Site Laundry On-Site Management Intercom System for Controlled Access Shared Courtyard Tenant pays electricity to PG&E and $65 for utilities to lessor |
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Amenities for 434 E. 17th St
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor | Tenant Pays All Utilities |
Appliances
| Electric Stove | Range |
| Refrigerator |
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 | 42 |
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About 434 E. 17th St
$1000 Relocation Rebate! Moving is expensive! Let us help you with your moving costs. Please see leasing office for more details. Our very large one bedroom unit is just blocks from Lake Merritt in an attractively landscaped, well managed building. The unit offers hardwood floors in the living area, carpet in bedroom . The bathroom features a shower with bathtub. The great location, centered in the Lake Merritt area, means you'll never be far from Lakeshore's unique shopping and restaurants, Saturday morning's Grand Lake Farmer's Market, and Grand Lake Theater. Close to alternate transportation, AC and BART. Gated access. Building and Unit Features: New Hardwood Floors in Living Room New Carpet in bedroom Newly updated Kitchen & Bath New Paint New Appliances Crown molding Granite Counters Dishwasher Gas Heat Shower w/Tub On-Site Laundry On-Site Management Intercom System for Controlled Access Shared Courtyard Tenant pays electricity to PG&E and $65 for utilities to lessor
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 434 E. 17th St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 434 E. 17th St 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.
434 E. 17th St 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.
434 E. 17th 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, 434 E. 17th 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.
434 E. 17th 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 434 E. 17th 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·8A 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 level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
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 434 E. 17th St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Merritt
1-bedroom apartments at 434 E. 17th St cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Merritt.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Merritt
Oakland
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,582 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,802 |
| April 2024 | $1,795 |
| May 2024 | $1,755 |
| June 2024 | $1,715 |
| July 2024 | $1,668 |
| August 2024 | $1,646 |
| September 2024 | $1,545 |
| October 2024 | $1,598 |
| November 2024 | $1,601 |
| December 2024 | $1,595 |
| January 2025 | $1,604 |
| February 2025 | $1,618 |
| March 2025 | $1,695 |
| April 2025 | $1,651 |
| May 2025 | $1,617 |
| June 2025 | $1,595 |
| July 2025 | $1,556 |
| August 2025 | $1,646 |
| September 2025 | $1,493 |
| October 2025 | $1,610 |
| November 2025 | $1,604 |
| December 2025 | $1,628 |
| January 2026 | $1,649 |
| February 2026 | $1,575 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 434 E 17th St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$69,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $69,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,745.
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Schools near 434 E. 17th St
La Escuelita Elementary School
1100 third ave
oakland, CA, 94606
K-5Public
C
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-
San Leandro Virtual Academy
2600 teagarden st
san leandro, CA, 94577
K-12Public
Balboa Children's Center
1001 s 57th st
richmond, CA, 94804
PKPublic
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Getting around Oakland near 434 E 17th St
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 434 E 17th St, Oakland
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
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
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 434 E 17th St
3 Rings Market
501 E 18th St
Lucky Supermarkets
247 E 18th St
Lucky Spot Market
700 Foothill Blvd
Sun Hop Fat 1 Supermarket
501 E 12th St
Abadi
1300 Lakeshore Ave
Esprit Foot
434 E 17th St
Simply Fabric
439 International Blvd
8AM Fashions LLC
378 Grand Ave
Gap
3277 Lakeshore Ave
Tabi Boutique LLC
320 13th St
Fairway Park Donuts
411 E 18th St
Asia Coffee Shop
1245 6th Ave
Nu Donut
2520 9th Ave
Starbucks
1211 Embarcadero
MudLab
440 Grand Ave
Parkway Lounge
1850 Park Blvd
Baggy's By the Lake
288 E 18th St
LAKE CHALET
1520 Lakeside Dr
The Ruby Room
132 14th St
Room 389
389 Grand Ave
Full Belly Bakery
The Three Little Cookies
Idle Hands Baking Company
360 Grand Ave
Alice Street Bakery Caf+
251 10th St
Colonial Donuts
3318 Lakeshore Ave
F. M. Smith Park
Athol Plaza Park
Clinton Square
Park Blvd Plaza Park
Pine Knoll Park
L & S Fish & Chips
326 E 18th St
Parkway Lounge
1850 Park Blvd
Woody's Cafe
1841 Park Blvd
Admas
1910 Park Blvd
Casa Vallarta Restaurant
1910 Park Blvd
Foothill Boulevard / 5th Avenue
Foothill - Eastmont All Nighter, Foothill - Bancroft - Bay Fair
East 18th Street / 6th Avenue
14th Street - San Antonio - High Street
East 18th Street / Park Boulevard
Piedmont - Harrison - Park Boulevard, 14th Street - San Antonio - High Street
4th Avenue / East 18th Street
Piedmont - Harrison - Park Boulevard
East 18th Street / 6th Avenue
14th Street - San Antonio - High Street
Oakland Jack London
Capitol Corridor, Capitol Corridor, Capitol Corridor
Oakland Coliseum
Capitol Corridor, Capitol Corridor, Capitol Corridor
Berkeley
Capitol Corridor, Capitol Corridor, Capitol Corridor
Lake Merritt
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12th Street / Oakland City Center
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19th Street Oakland
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12th Street / Oakland City Center
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19th Street Oakland
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