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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious closets
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Boutique apartment living
  • Full-size washer, dryer
  • Wide selection of floor plans
  • Vinyl flooring throughout

Location

421 25th Street, Oakland, California 94612, United States|Northgate - Waverly
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Management

SECOND STREET FUND, INC.

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Leasing office

(650) 297-7316

Open 

9:00 am–6:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Monogram Apartments receives an impressive overall Zumper rating of 9.4, indicating its exceptional quality and value. With a prime location rated 10 out of 10, residents benefit from easy access to key amenities and services. Highlights include spacious apartments with stainless steel appliances and charming boutique living, alongside a strong emphasis on pet friendliness, featuring nearby grooming services and parks, making it an appealing option for many renters.

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

9.7
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, Monogram Apartments is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1x1 A1 bed1 bath520 sqft$1,835 /mo
1x1 B1 bed1 bath550 sqft$2,904–$2,968 /mo2 units available
StudioStudio1 bath520 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon
1x1 C1 bed1 bath720 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon
1x1 D1 bed1 bath720 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon
2x2 B2 bed2 bath1,050 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon
2x2 A2 bed2 bath950 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon
2x2 C2 bed2 bath1,200 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon
3x2 A3 bed2 bath1,350 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon

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Amenities for Monogram Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatWalk-in Closet

Appliances

Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness CenterState of the Art Fitness Center

Grounds

Outdoor SpacePrivate Courtyard with Fire Pit and Bbq Grill

Services

Exclusive Discount at Kissel Uptown Oakland
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

$600–$1,500

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

We welcome pets of all shapes and sizes with no weight limit. A $500 deposit is required per pet, along with a $75 monthly pet rent per pet. Breed restrictions do apply. Two pets maximum per home. Check in with our friendly leasing staff to learn more.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. We Want to Meet Your Four-Legged Friends! Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

$75

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. We Want to Meet Your Four-Legged Friends! Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

$75

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Building details

Property details

Units74
Lease terms6–15 months
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About Monogram Apartments

HomeApartments in OaklandNorthgate - Waverly Monogram Apartments

Finding the best apartments in Uptown Oakland, CA, is easy. Just schedule a visit to Monogram at Kissel, and you will find the best in boutique apartment living. We offer a wide selection of floor plans, from intimate studio apartments to our family-sized three-bedroom homes. Each residence is beautifully decorated, including vinyl flooring throughout. Our apartments also come with stainless steel appliances, a full-size washer, dryer, and spacious closets in many of the homes. More importantly, our location puts you in the heart of all Uptown Oakland has to offer. BOTH GUIDED & SELF-GUIDED TOURS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! TOUR AT YOUR CONVENIENCE TODAY!


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.
9.7
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, Monogram Apartments is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated Monogram Apartments
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.
Monogram Apartments 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·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.
Monogram Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Monogram Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Monogram Apartments offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Monogram Apartments has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Monogram Apartments.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Monogram Apartments has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

I had the pleasure of working with Nesi starting with the building tour and through the application process. She was very accommodating with my numerous requests and made my move into Monogram a smooth process.

Gyavira

Gyavira

Jan 03, 2024

I really liked my experience living at Monogram. The location is ideal, the apartments and appliances are nice, and management is very responsive and pleasant to work with. Living in the same building as the hotel has been super convenient as well.

Zeynab Hassan

Zeynab Hassan

May 30, 2023

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Monogram Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 12 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

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 Monogram Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 85 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Northgate - Waverly

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% higher than 1-bedrooms in Northgate - Waverly.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Northgate - Waverly
Oakland
A table of studio rental data trends in Oakland
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,650
January 2024$1,694
February 2024$1,582
March 2024$1,581
April 2024$1,595
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Northgate - Waverly
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,077
January 2024$2,047
February 2024$1,889
March 2024$1,925
April 2024$1,792
May 2024$1,889
June 2024$1,933
July 2024$1,941
August 2024$1,967
September 2024$1,925
October 2024$1,872
November 2024$1,854
December 2024$1,811
January 2025$1,900
February 2025$1,903
March 2025$1,927
April 2025$1,976
May 2025$1,938
June 2025$1,935
July 2025$1,650
August 2025$1,588
September 2025$1,592
October 2025$1,755
November 2025$1,819

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$94,780/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $94,780 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $2,369.
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Schools near Monogram Apartments

Independent Study Sojourner Truth

8251 fontaine st

oakland, CA, 94605

K-12Public
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Getting around Oakland near 421 25th Street

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
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 421 25th Street, Oakland

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

8/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

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

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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