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Highlights

  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Gated entry
  • Urban living
  • Range of amenities
  • Well-appointed studio apartment

Location

1920 Castro St, Oakland, CA 94612, USA|Uptown
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Management

MSB Property Management

Leasing office

(510) 649-3380

Property Overview

The property at 1920 Castro receives an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.5, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent amenities, which are rated 9 out of 10. Its prime location is highlighted by nearby schools, grocery stores, and a vibrant social scene with over 560 restaurants within a mile. The gated entry and on-site laundry facilities add to its appeal, making it a desirable choice for those seeking urban living with diverse local amenities.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1920 Castro is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1920 Castro 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

  • High school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath445 sqft$1,550 /mo1 unit available**FALL PROMOTION - HALF MONTH FREE** Fully updated studio unit near Oakland’s downtown and uptown areas. Walking distance from shops, restaurants, and public transport. The property includes a range of amenities such as garbage service, water. The gated entry ensures a secure environment, while the on-site laundry facilities add an extra layer of convenience to your daily routine. Experience the best of urban living in this well-appointed studio apartment.

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Amenities for 1920 Castro

Apartment Amenities

Water

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Common AreaControlled Access
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Gated Entry

Services

Garbage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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About 1920 Castro

HomeApartments in OaklandUptown 1920 Castro

**FALL PROMOTION - HALF MONTH FREE** Fully updated studio unit near Oakland’s downtown and uptown areas. Walking distance from shops, restaurants, and public transport. The property includes a range of amenities such as garbage service, water. The gated entry ensures a secure environment, while the on-site laundry facilities add an extra layer of convenience to your daily routine. Experience the best of urban living in this well-appointed studio apartment.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1920 Castro is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1920 Castro 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 1920 Castro
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.
1920 Castro 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.
1920 Castro goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including common area. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1920 Castro 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.
1920 Castro 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 1920 Castro 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.
1920 Castro 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.

1920 Castro is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 560 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

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 1920 Castro compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Uptown

studio apartments at 1920 Castro cost about 9% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Uptown.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Uptown
Oakland
A table of studio rental data trends in Oakland
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,671
December 2023$1,643
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$1,589
A table of studio rental data trends in Uptown
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,536
April 2024$1,480
May 2024$1,450
June 2024$1,583
July 2024$1,520
August 2024$1,573
September 2024$1,691
October 2024$1,625
November 2024$1,587
December 2024$1,587
January 2025$1,620
February 2025$1,645
June 2025$1,497
September 2025$1,627
October 2025$1,695

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1920 Castro St?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$62,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $62,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,550.
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Schools near 1920 Castro

Independent Study Sojourner Truth

8251 fontaine st

oakland, CA, 94605

K-12Public
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Getting around Oakland near 1920 Castro St

Walking

7/10
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

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 1920 Castro St, Oakland

Groceries

10/10
Several grocery stores nearby

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

8/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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