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351 Lester Ave, Oakland, CA 94606, USA|Cleveland Heights
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Property Overview
351 Lester Ave offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.3/10, highlighted by excellent scores for price, amenities, and location (each 9/10), indicating competitive pricing, a high standard of living, and convenient access to key destinations. Renters benefit from plenty of storage, a detailed and transparent listing (trustworthiness 8/10), and 12 photos that provide a clear visual sense of the property.
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
Dishwasher- Images Available
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 663 sqft | $2,750 /mo | 1 unit available | Virtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=ikkXWEWhEng Schedule a showing here: https app meetelise com 50a79bf9-f2aa-4797-aa5e-2914ff6a45ff 04d1284e-c556-11f0-b89e-979fd65ef7d1 tour - Primary Bedroom: A spacious retreat with a generous layout, a large closet, and an ensuite bathroom for added convenience. - Second Bedroom: Perfect for guests, a home office, or a roommate. - Living Room: A bright and airy space - Kitchen: Functional and well-sized, fully equipped with plenty of storage and workspace. - Hallway closet and additional storage area - Pet-Friendly - Secure Parking: Gated garage - Just a short walk to Lake Merritt. - Nearby area with cool shops, cafes, and a farmers' market. - Close to public transit like AC Transit and BART, plus quick access to major highways. - Plenty of diverse dining options. - Green Spaces: Parks and trails around for your daily dose of nature. *2 Pets maximum, $50 pet rent (Per month, per pet); possible Breed/Weight restrictions 1 year lease ---Requirements:--- * 680 approx Credit Score * 2.5x Income/rent **As property owners or managers, we do not discriminate in the rental of property based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, or national origin.** **Pricing and leasing incentives are subject to daily change based on market conditions and availability.** Check out our other listings: https www oaktreepropertygroup com vacancies |
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Amenities for 351 Lester Ave
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Microwave |
| Refrigerator and Stove |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Services
| Water and Garbage |
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One-time.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 18 |
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About 351 Lester Ave
Virtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=ikkXWEWhEng Schedule a showing here: https app meetelise com 50a79bf9-f2aa-4797-aa5e-2914ff6a45ff 04d1284e-c556-11f0-b89e-979fd65ef7d1 tour - Primary Bedroom: A spacious retreat with a generous layout, a large closet, and an ensuite bathroom for added convenience. - Second Bedroom: Perfect for guests, a home office, or a roommate. - Living Room: A bright and airy space - Kitchen: Functional and well-sized, fully equipped with plenty of storage and workspace. - Hallway closet and additional storage area - Pet-Friendly - Secure Parking: Gated garage - Just a short walk to Lake Merritt. - Nearby area with cool shops, cafes, and a farmers' market. - Close to public transit like AC Transit and BART, plus quick access to major highways. - Plenty of diverse dining options. - Green Spaces: Parks and trails around for your daily dose of nature. *2 Pets maximum, $50 pet rent (Per month, per pet); possible Breed/Weight restrictions 1 year lease ---Requirements:--- * 680 approx Credit Score * 2.5x Income/rent **As property owners or managers, we do not discriminate in the rental of property based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, or national origin.** **Pricing and leasing incentives are subject to daily change based on market conditions and availability.** Check out our other listings: https www oaktreepropertygroup com vacancies
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 351 Lester Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 351 Lester Ave 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·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.
351 Lester Ave 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.
351 Lester Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 351 Lester Ave 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.
351 Lester Ave 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 351 Lester Ave 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 351 Lester Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Cleveland Heights
2-bedroom apartments at 351 Lester Ave cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cleveland Heights.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Cleveland Heights
Oakland
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,585 |
| 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 | $1,556 |
| May 2026 | $1,596 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,695 |
| July 2024 | $1,622 |
| August 2024 | $1,649 |
| September 2024 | $1,695 |
| October 2024 | $1,723 |
| November 2024 | $1,741 |
| December 2024 | $1,746 |
| January 2025 | $1,761 |
| February 2025 | $1,761 |
| March 2025 | $1,753 |
| April 2025 | $1,711 |
| May 2025 | $1,706 |
| June 2025 | $1,702 |
| July 2025 | $1,706 |
| August 2025 | $1,757 |
| September 2025 | $1,795 |
| October 2025 | $1,791 |
| November 2025 | $1,758 |
| December 2025 | $1,784 |
| January 2026 | $1,795 |
| February 2026 | $1,775 |
| March 2026 | $1,732 |
| April 2026 | $1,721 |
| May 2026 | $1,733 |
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Can I afford to live at 351 Lester Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$110,000/yr
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Schools near 351 Lester Ave
Cleveland Elementary School
745 cleveland st
oakland, CA, 94606
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-
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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Neighborhood
Cleveland Heights | Oakland, CA
Getting around Oakland near 351 Lester Ave
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
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 351 Lester Ave, Oakland
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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