5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Hardwood floor
- Features: stainless steel appliances
- Private washer & dryer
Location
659 31st St, Oakland, CA 94609, USA|Hoover - Foster
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Property Overview
659-661 31st St is a competitively priced property with an excellent price-to-value balance and strong overall expert rating, reflecting good trustworthiness and a detailed, transparent listing. Residents benefit from convenient access to a highly rated nearby elementary school and a location close to key destinations, while enjoying appealing in-unit features like hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, and a private washer and dryer.
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
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
Floor plans
| 3BR/1.0BA | 3 bed | 1 bath | $2,595 /mo | 1 unit available | · Rent: $2,595 · Rooms: 3 bed/ 1 bath · Type: Duplex · Availability: NOW · City/Neighborhood: North Oakland · Showing: By Appointment Only · Utilities: Paid by tenant (not included in rent amount) · Features: This unit is laid with hardwood floors, while the kitchen comes equipped with a stainless-steel stove, microwave, refrigerator and private laundry machines, wall heating system, private front & backyard, street parking · Renter Insurance Required · Section 8, Welcome! Basic Qualifications: · Credit Score of 660 or above · 2 years of verifiable rental history · 2 years of verifiable employment history · Gross income of at least 3 times the monthly rent · Pass our background check · If you do not meet any of these requirements, you may still apply by using a guarantor. Call (877) 692-5604 or email us at **** to inquire. |
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Amenities for 659-661 31st St
Building
| Cats OK |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
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About 659-661 31st St
Rent: $2795 Rooms: 3BR/1BA Type: Duplex Availability: Upcoming City/Neighborhood: Downtown Oakland Showing: By Appointment Only Utilities: Paid by tenant (not included in rent amount), if shared meters tenant pays flat fee Parking: None Storage: None Front yard: Yes, Back yard: Yes, Private Deck or balcony: No Pet: Small dogs and cats are okay; large dogs may require pet insurance with dog bite coverage and restricted breeds are not allowed Features: Stainless steel appliances, hardwood floor, close to BART, private washer & dryer
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.
8.4
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 659-661 31st St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 659-661 31st 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.
659-661 31st 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 659-661 31st St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
659-661 31st 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 659-661 31st 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 659-661 31st St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Considerations
- Lacks images
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Rent trends in Hoover - Foster
3-bedroom apartments at 659-661 31st St cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Hoover - Foster.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Hoover - Foster
Oakland
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| March 2026 | $1,561 |
| April 2026 | $1,556 |
| May 2026 | $1,595 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,475 |
| October 2024 | $1,420 |
| November 2024 | $1,281 |
| December 2024 | $1,281 |
| October 2025 | $1,486 |
| November 2025 | $1,350 |
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Can I afford to live at 659 31st St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$103,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $103,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,595.
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Schools near 659-661 31st St
Hoover Elementary School
890 brockhurst st
oakland, CA, 94608
K-5Public
C-
Canyon Elementary School
187 pinehurst rd
canyon, CA, 94516
K-8Public
A
Balboa Children's Center
1001 s 57th st
richmond, CA, 94804
PKPublic
Independent Study Sojourner Truth
8251 fontaine st
oakland, CA, 94605
K-12Public
B-
West County Mandarin
1575 mann dr
pinole, CA, 94564
K-6Public
B
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Getting around Oakland near 659 31st 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
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 659 31st St, Oakland
Groceries
10/10
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
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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