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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • On-site laundry
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Large walk-in closet
  • Gas stove
  • Updated bathroom

Location

479 Merritt Ave, Oakland, CA 94610, USA|Cleveland Heights
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Management

The Lapham Company

Leasing office

(510) 451-3022

Property Overview

479 Merritt Ave presents a compelling opportunity for renters, receiving an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.6 out of 10, indicating strong value. The property excels with high ratings in price (10/10), amenities (9/10), and location (9/10), showcasing its attractive features, including hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. Additionally, the proximity to community gathering spaces and reliable transportation options enhances the social atmosphere, making it an appealing choice for diverse lifestyles.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 479 Merritt Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 479 Merritt 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

studioStudio1 bath$1,625 /mo1 unit available$1000 Relocation Rebate! Moving is expensive! Let us help you with your moving costs. Please see leasing office for more details. 479 Merritt, Studio/1bath, Hardwood,1 Block to Lake! China Hill! Great natural light Recently remodeled kitchen Hardwood floors, Large walk-in closet Kitchen with gas stove Shower and bathtub Coin operated laundry on-site A MUST SEE! This unit has wonderful 1920's charm Classic 1930's Construction Fantastic lake view from shared rooftop deck! 25 units in building On-site manager Intercom entry system

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Amenities for 479 Merritt Ave

Apartment Amenities

Water and Garbage Included

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Tech

Intercom Entry System

Building

Onsite LaundryRoof Deck

Services

On-Site Management

Other

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About 479 Merritt Ave

HomeApartments in OaklandCleveland Heights 479 Merritt Ave

$1000 Relocation Rebate! Moving is expensive! Let us help you with your moving costs. Please see leasing office for more details. 479 Merritt, Studio/1bath, Hardwood,1 Block to Lake! China Hill! Great natural light Recently remodeled kitchen Hardwood floors, Large walk-in closet Kitchen with gas stove Shower and bathtub Coin operated laundry on-site A MUST SEE! This unit has wonderful 1920's charm Classic 1930's Construction Fantastic lake view from shared rooftop deck! 25 units in building On-site manager Intercom entry system


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 479 Merritt Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 479 Merritt 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.
How we rated 479 Merritt Ave
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.
479 Merritt Ave 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.
479 Merritt Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including on-site management. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 479 Merritt 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.
479 Merritt 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 479 Merritt 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.

479 Merritt Ave is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • The area has transit options

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 479 Merritt Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Cleveland Heights

studio apartments at 479 Merritt Ave cost about 8% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Cleveland Heights.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Cleveland Heights
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 Cleveland Heights
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,731
January 2024$1,735
February 2024$1,780
March 2024$1,751
April 2024$1,697
May 2024$1,695
June 2024$1,686
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

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$65,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $65,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,625.
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Schools near 479 Merritt Ave

Cleveland Elementary School

745 cleveland st

oakland, CA, 94606

K-5Public
B+

Independent Study Sojourner Truth

8251 fontaine st

oakland, CA, 94605

K-12Public
B-
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Getting around Oakland near 479 Merritt Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
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

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 479 Merritt Ave, Oakland

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-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

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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