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Highlights

  • Stainless-steel appliances
  • Dual pane windows
  • Granite counter-tops
  • Easy access to nearby highways
  • In-building washer/dryer
  • Wood-design laminate flooring throughout

Location

2238 E 21st St, Oakland, CA 94606, USA|Highland Terrace
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Management

GBA Realty

Leasing office

(415) 829-8789

Property Overview

2238 East 21st Street features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and in-building laundry, enhancing its appeal. With a Zumper expert rating of 8.6, exceptional price and amenities ratings of 10 and 9 respectively, it offers renters excellent value. Its prime location, just 0.29 miles from a highly-rated middle school and a reasonable distance from public transport, further supports a convenient lifestyle.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 2238 East 21st Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2238 East 21st Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Outdoor space

Floor plans

3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath1,100 sqft$2,750 /mo1 unit availableHighland Terrace duplex - Nice and clean 3 beds 2 baths with a large den (can be used as home office/additional bed). Fresh interior/exterior paint jobs, dual pane windows, wood-design laminate flooring throughout, granite counter-tops, stainless-steel appliances, in-building washer/ dryer and 2 designated off street parking space. Easy access to nearby highways.

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Amenities for 2238 East 21st Street

Apartment Amenities

BalconyDeck
Hardwood FloorLaundry Room/Hookups
PatioTrash

Appliances

DishwasherRefrigerator
Stove and Oven

Building

CarportHeat Gas
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Fenced YardOutdoor Space
Yard
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Applicants

One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

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About 2238 East 21st Street

HomeApartments in OaklandHighland Terrace 2238 East 21st Street

Highland Terrace duplex - Nice and clean 3 beds 2 baths with a large den (can be used as home office/additional bed). Fresh interior/exterior paint jobs, dual pane windows, wood-design laminate flooring throughout, granite counter-tops, stainless-steel appliances, in-building washer/ dryer and 2 designated off street parking space. Easy access to nearby highways.


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 Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 2238 East 21st Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2238 East 21st Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 2238 East 21st Street
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.
2238 East 21st Street 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.
2238 East 21st Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including carport. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2238 East 21st Street 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.
2238 East 21st Street 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 2238 East 21st Street 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 2238 East 21st Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Lacks images
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Rent trends in Highland Terrace

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Highland Terrace
Oakland
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Oakland
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,976
November 2025$1,949
December 2025$1,961
January 2026$1,979
February 2026$1,979
March 2026$1,995
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Highland Terrace
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,625
October 2024$1,595
November 2024$1,595
April 2025$1,699
May 2025$1,671
June 2025$1,599
July 2025$1,718

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$110,000/yr

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Schools near 2238 East 21st Street

Garfield Elementary School

1640 22nd 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

Castro Valley Virtual Academy

18400 clifton way

castro valley, CA, 94546

K-12Public
A+
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Neighborhood

Highland Terrace | Oakland, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Oakland near 2238 E 21st St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 2238 E 21st St, Oakland

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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