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Highlights
- Granite countertops
- On-site manager
- Elevator in building
Location
524 E 17th St, Oakland, CA 94606, USA|Merritt
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Property Overview
524 E 17th St. earns an overall Zumper expert rating of 8 out of 10, reflecting strong value, standout amenities, and a highly rated location. Notable features include granite countertops, an on-site manager, and an elevator in the building, supporting its appeal as a well-rounded rental option.
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
Elevator
Floor plans
| 2/1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | $2,250 /mo | 1 unit available | 24 E. 17th St, Super Clean 2/1, South Lake, Near Shops Granite Countertops Laminate hardwood in living Carpet in Bedrooms Super clean Lots of light! Elevator in building Modern Construction Coin operated laundry on-site Property has beautiful landscape and features Quality building 22 units in building On-site manager Single intercom entry building |
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Amenities for 524 E 17th St.
Apartment Amenities
| Water and Garbage Included |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 22 |
|---|
About 524 E 17th St.
24 E. 17th St, Super Clean 2/1, South Lake, Near Shops Granite Countertops Laminate hardwood in living Carpet in Bedrooms Super clean Lots of light! Elevator in building Modern Construction Coin operated laundry on-site Property has beautiful landscape and features Quality building 22 units in building On-site manager Single intercom entry building
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.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 524 E 17th St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 524 E 17th St. has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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, 524 E 17th St. is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Merritt. 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.
524 E 17th St. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including water and garbage included. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 524 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.
524 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 524 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 524 E 17th St. compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.8 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 0.8 miles away
- Distance from transit
- More than 4.0 miles from public transportation
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Merritt
2-bedroom apartments at 524 E 17th St. cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Merritt.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Merritt
Oakland
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,629 |
| 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 |
| July 2026 | $1,621 |
| August 2026 | $1,651 |
| September 2026 | $1,674 |
| October 2026 | $1,684 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,598 |
| 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 | $1,553 |
| March 2026 | $1,499 |
| April 2026 | $1,496 |
| September 2026 | $1,495 |
| October 2026 | $1,495 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 524 E 17th St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$90,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $90,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,250.
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Schools near 524 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
Getting around Oakland near 524 E 17th St
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
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 524 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
6/10
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 10-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
Explore the area around 524 E 17th St
3 Rings Market
501 E 18th St
Lucky Spot Market
700 Foothill Blvd
Lucky Supermarkets
247 E 18th St
Sun Hop Fat 1 Supermarket
501 E 12th St
Abadi
1300 Lakeshore Ave
Esprit Foot
434 E 17th St
Simply Fabric
439 International Blvd
I Love My People Apparel
607 E 22nd St
Rowdy Nerdz LLC
351 Lester Ave
Lad Apparel
527 E 10th St
Fairway Park Donuts
411 E 18th St
Asia Coffee Shop
1245 6th Ave
Jjak Tea Group LLC
1936 11th Ave
Nu Donut
2520 9th Ave
Starbucks
1211 Embarcadero
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
Mad Oak
135 12th St
Full Belly Bakery
The Three Little Cookies
Roots Organic Inc
630 E 10th St
Vegan Flix
488 Stow Ave
Oaktown Spice Shop, LLC
546 Grand Ave
Clinton Square
F.M. Smith Park
Athol Plaza
Park Boulevard Plaza
Franklin Park
Fairway Park Donuts
411 E 18th St
Bao Bao Kitchen
E 17th Street
Full Belly Bakery
Lee's Sandwiches
530 E Gerald St
No Worries
16 Street Station
East 18th Street / 6th Avenue
14th Street - San Antonio - High Street
East 18th Street / 6th Avenue
14th Street - San Antonio - High Street
Foothill Boulevard / 5th Avenue
Foothill - Bancroft - Bay Fair, Foothill - Eastmont All Nighter
East 18th Street / 8th Avenue
14th Street - San Antonio - High Street
Foothill Boulevard / 8th Avenue
Foothill - Bancroft - Bay Fair, Foothill - Eastmont All Nighter
Oakland
Bakersfield - Oakland Jack London Square / Sacramento Val Sta
Oakland Jack London
Capitol Corridor
Oakland
Coast Starlight
Emeryville
Coast Starlight, California Zephyr
Emeryville
Bakersfield - Oakland Jack London Square / Sacramento Val Sta
Lake Merritt
Berryessa/North San José - Richmond, Dublin/Pleasanton - Daly City, Berryessa/North San José - Daly City
12th St Oakland City Center BART
Antioch - SFO/Millbrae, Berryessa/North San José - Richmond, Richmond - Millbrae
19TH St Oakland BART
Antioch - SFO/Millbrae, Berryessa/North San José - Richmond, Richmond - Millbrae
Fruitvale
Berryessa/North San José - Richmond, Dublin/Pleasanton - Daly City, Berryessa/North San José - Daly City
MacArthur BART
Antioch - SFO/Millbrae, Berryessa/North San José - Richmond, Richmond - Millbrae
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