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Highlights

  • Granite counter tops
  • Elevator
  • On-site manager
  • Smoke-free building (if mentioned)
  • Good cabinet and closet space
  • Bike storage (if mentioned)

Location

268 Vernon St, Oakland, CA 94610, USA|Adams Point
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Management

The Lapham Company

Leasing office

(510) 435-1675

Property Overview

268 Vernon St. earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5/10, with especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, plus a solid trustworthiness score. It also stands out for granite countertops, elevator access, on-site management, and good cabinet and closet space, while nearby top-rated middle and high schools add to its convenience.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 268 Vernon St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 268 Vernon 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Elevator

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1/11 bed1 bath$1,950 /mo1 unit availableVernon, Great 1/1, Adam's Point, Walk to BART, Lake Top Floor Unit Fresh Paint and Carpet Remodeled Kitchen & Bathroom Real stone countertops Super clean apartment Good cabinet and closet space Landlord pays water and garbage $30/month cat rent, but sorry NO DOGS Modern Construction Coin operated laundry on-site 27 units in building On-site manager Well maintained landscaping Single intercom entry building Elevator Pool The building is kept meticulously clean

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Amenities for 268 Vernon St.

Apartment Amenities

Water and Garbage Included

Appliances

Oven

Building

ElevatorOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Swimming Pool

Services

On-Site Management

Other

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About 268 Vernon St.

HomeApartments in OaklandAdams Point 268 Vernon St.

Vernon, Great 1/1, Adam's Point, Walk to BART, Lake Top Floor Unit Fresh Paint and Carpet Remodeled Kitchen & Bathroom Real stone countertops Super clean apartment Good cabinet and closet space Landlord pays water and garbage $30/month cat rent, but sorry NO DOGS Modern Construction Coin operated laundry on-site 27 units in building On-site manager Well maintained landscaping Single intercom entry building Elevator Pool The building is kept meticulously clean


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
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 268 Vernon St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 268 Vernon 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.
How we rated 268 Vernon St.
Price·9A 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.
268 Vernon St. stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
268 Vernon St. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including elevator. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 268 Vernon 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.
268 Vernon 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 268 Vernon 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.

268 Vernon St. is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • The area has transit options

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 268 Vernon St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Adams Point

1-bedroom apartments at 268 Vernon St. cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Adams Point.

Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
Adams Point
Oakland
A table of studio rental data trends in Oakland
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,623
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$1,556
May 2026$1,596
June 2026$1,610
A table of studio rental data trends in Adams Point
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,540
August 2024$1,650
September 2024$1,668
October 2024$1,625
November 2024$1,647
December 2024$1,587
January 2025$1,590
February 2025$1,587
March 2025$1,601
April 2025$1,602
May 2025$1,622
June 2025$1,650
July 2025$1,687
August 2025$1,721
September 2025$1,686
October 2025$1,614
November 2025$1,598
December 2025$1,661
January 2026$1,705
February 2026$1,646
March 2026$1,698
April 2026$1,711
May 2026$1,713
June 2026$1,735

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$78,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $78,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,950.
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Schools near 268 Vernon 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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Neighborhood

Adams Point | Oakland, CA

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

Getting around Oakland near 268 Vernon 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

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 268 Vernon St, Oakland

Groceries

9/10
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

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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