5+ Days Ago
Location
3901 Ruby St, Oakland, CA 94609, USA|Mosswood
Hi! Let’s figure out if this property is right for you.
Powered by Zumper AI
Nearby rentals
Renter hub
Property management
Apartments for rent San FranciscoApartments for rent San JoseApartments for rent OaklandApartments for rent SunnyvaleApartments for rent Santa ClaraApartments for rent Mountain ViewApartments for rent FremontApartments for rent BerkeleyApartments for rent SOMAApartments for rent Palo AltoApartments for rent DowntownApartments for rent San MateoApartments for rent Menlo ParkApartments for rent Redwood CityApartments for rent MilpitasApartments Near Me
Houses for rent San FranciscoHouses for rent San JoseHouses for rent OaklandHouses for rent San RamonHouses for rent SonomaHouses for rent Santa ClaraHouses for rent LivermoreHouses for rent DublinHouses for rent Redwood CityHouses for rent BerkeleyHouses for rent CupertinoHouses for rent Discovery BayHouses for rent CrockettHouses for rent Walnut CreekHouses for rent VallejoHouses for rent near me
Property Overview
1p638 - 3901 Ruby St. is a strong rental option with an overall expert rating of 8.3 out of 10, highlighted by an exceptional 10 out of 10 price rating for its balance of cost and value. Its 8 out of 10 amenities rating and 9 out of 10 location rating indicate an elevated standard of living with convenient access to key destinations, while a 7 out of 10 trustworthiness score reflects a transparent, detailed listing. The property is also within a reasonable driving distance of the nearest grocery store at approximately 4.7 miles.
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
Floor plans
| 1/1 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,795 /mo | 1 unit available |
Let's explore this property.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
Contact Property
REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
Contact Property
Building details
Property details
| Units | 17 |
|---|
Advertisement
About 1p638 - 3901 Ruby St.
1p638 - 3901 Ruby St. cost $1,795 per month. Located at 3901 Ruby St, Oakland, CA 94609, USA, 1p638 - 3901 Ruby St. has 1 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 1 bedroom in Oakland, renting an apartment at 1p638 - 3901 Ruby St. is 14% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Oakland include but are not limited to: 421 25th St, 1600 Grand Avenue, 101 Embarcadero W, 2511 7th Ave
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, 1p638 - 3901 Ruby St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1p638 - 3901 Ruby 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.
1p638 - 3901 Ruby 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, 1p638 - 3901 Ruby 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.
1p638 - 3901 Ruby 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 1p638 - 3901 Ruby 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·7A 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.
1p638 - 3901 Ruby St. provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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 1p638 - 3901 Ruby St. compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Get the latest listings anytime, anywhere
Receive similar listings in the area, download our app, and more.
Rent trends in Mosswood
1-bedroom apartments at 1p638 - 3901 Ruby St. cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Mosswood.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Mosswood
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 |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | $1,475 |
| June 2025 | $1,475 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 3901 Ruby St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$71,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,795.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.
Schools near 1p638 - 3901 Ruby St.
Emerson Elementary School
4803 lawton ave
oakland, CA, 94609
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
Advertisement
Internet available near 1p638 - 3901 Ruby St.
Getting around Oakland near 3901 Ruby 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
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 3901 Ruby 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
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-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 3901 Ruby St
Sana Market
3710 Telegraph Ave
Happy Heart
3812 Piedmont Ave
Monte Vista Food Center
4000 Piedmont Ave
Piedmont Grocery
4038 Piedmont Ave
Sprouts Farmers Market
3035 Broadway
Fashion Blue Inc
360 40th St
Sag 3 Boutique
4231 Telegraph Ave
John the Fashion Tailor
4129 Broadway
Tough Titties Lingerie
280 41st St
Anatoly's
3864 Piedmont Ave
Lee's Donuts
4013 Telegraph Ave
Hawk & Pony
4210 Telegraph Ave
Golden Gate Donuts
4201 Telegraph Ave
Snow White Coffee
3824 Piedmont Ave
Peet's Coffee
4050 Piedmont Ave
George Kaye's
4044 Broadway
Mago
3762 Piedmont Ave
Oakland Scavengers LLC
3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Cato's Ale House
3891 Piedmont Ave
Cesar
4039 Piedmont Ave
Boucherie Meats
390 40th St
Rumi Kitchen
3810 Broadway
Umami Mart
4027 Broadway
Minto Jamaican Market
4042 Broadway
Fruit World Co Inc
490 43rd St
Mosswood Community Garden
Mosswood Park
Park
Grove Shafter Park
43rd and 44th Street Community Garden
Carl's Jr
3770 Telegraph Ave
Beauty's Bagel Shop
3838 Telegraph Ave
Tacos Oscar
420 40th St
Homeroom
400 40th St
Seoul Gom Tang
3801 Telegraph Ave
40th Street / Webster Street
40th Street - Macarthur
40th Street / Webster Street
40th Street - Macarthur
Telegraph Avenue / 38th Street
Richmond - Oak Transbay All Nighter, Berkeley - Telegraph - Oakland
40th Street / Telegraph Avenue
40th Street - Macarthur
Telegraph Avenue / West Macarthur Boulevard
Richmond - Oak Transbay All Nighter, Berkeley - Telegraph - Oakland
Oakland Jack London
Capitol Corridor, Capitol Corridor, Capitol Corridor
Berkeley
Capitol Corridor, Capitol Corridor, Capitol Corridor
MacArthur
Berryessa/North San Jose to Richmond, Richmond to Berryessa/North San Jose, Millbrae/Daly City to Richmond, Richmond to Daly City/Millbrae, Millbrae/SFIA to Antioch, Antioch to SFIA/Millbrae
Macarthur
Antioch - SFO/Millbrae, Berryessa/North San José - Richmond, Berryessa/North San José - Richmond, Antioch - SFO/Millbrae, Richmond - Millbrae, Richmond - Millbrae
19th Street Oakland
Berryessa/North San Jose to Richmond, Richmond to Berryessa/North San Jose, Millbrae/Daly City to Richmond, Richmond to Daly City/Millbrae, Millbrae/SFIA to Antioch, Antioch to SFIA/Millbrae
Rockridge
Antioch - SFO/Millbrae, Millbrae/SFIA to Antioch, Antioch to SFIA/Millbrae, Antioch - SFO/Millbrae
19th Street Oakland
Berryessa/North San José - Richmond, Richmond - Millbrae, Richmond - Millbrae, Antioch - SFO/Millbrae, Berryessa/North San José - Richmond, Antioch - SFO/Millbrae
Compare similar properties nearby
Mark Hopkins Rental Condominiums
Our team has verified this companyNob Hill • 1200 Sacramento Street
Studio
$2,000
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Pacific Place Apartments
Our team has verified this companyVisitacion Valley • 2665 Geneva Ave
1–3 Beds
$3,931–$4,230
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Orion Apartments
Our team has verified this companyProduce and Waterfront • 255 9th Ave
Studio–3 Beds
$2,315–$5,253
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Shoreline Apartments
Our team has verified this company1801 Shore Line Drive
Studio–2 Beds
$2,250–$3,195
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Fenix 424 by Trion Living
Our team has verified this companyEstudillo Estates - Glen • 424 Callan Ave
1–2 Beds
$1,975–$2,744
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Rowhaus
Our team has verified this companyNorthgate - Waverly • 2500 Webster St
Studio–2 Beds
$2,461–$3,066
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Mark Hopkins Rental Condominiums
Our team has verified this companyNob Hill • 1200 Sacramento Street
Studio
$2,000
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Pacific Place Apartments
Our team has verified this companyVisitacion Valley • 2665 Geneva Ave
1–3 Beds
$3,931–$4,230
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Orion Apartments
Our team has verified this companyProduce and Waterfront • 255 9th Ave
Studio–3 Beds
$2,315–$5,253
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Shoreline Apartments
Our team has verified this company1801 Shore Line Drive
Studio–2 Beds
$2,250–$3,195
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Fenix 424 by Trion Living
Our team has verified this companyEstudillo Estates - Glen • 424 Callan Ave
1–2 Beds
$1,975–$2,744
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Rowhaus
Our team has verified this companyNorthgate - Waverly • 2500 Webster St
Studio–2 Beds
$2,461–$3,066
- dogs and cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry