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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private balconies
  • Laundry facility
  • Remodeled units
  • Open and airy floor plans

Location

472 Jean St, Oakland, CA 94610, USA|Grand Lake
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(877) 317-3973

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Property Overview

472 Jean is a highly rated, well-priced property with an overall expert score of 8.7/10, reflecting strong quality, excellent value, and outstanding trustworthiness. With top-tier location and quality ratings (10/10 each), it offers convenient access to key destinations along with appealing features like private balconies, remodeled units, open and airy floor plans, and on-site laundry. Renters also benefit from strong pet-friendliness, supported by nearby pet services and parks, plus 23 listing photos to clearly preview the property.

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

8.7
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, 472 Jean is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Price, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 472 Jean has a number of attractive features—namely its Location— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elevator
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1 bed1 bath692 sqft$2,795 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 472 Jean

Tech

High-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
ElevatorOnsite Laundry

Services

Recycling
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. Application fee (flat rate per application).

$35

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit Waiver

One-time. Custom one-time fee: Security Deposit Waiver.

$325

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Other

Our community offers open, unassigned parking.

Other

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 others max. Unassigned parking.

$0

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

All Pets Policy

Allowed
Limit2

All Pets

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 all petses max. Tiered pet deposit based on number of pets.

$75

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$500

Cat

Pet Rent

2 cats max. Monthly cat rent.

$75

Dog

Pet Rent

2 dogs max. Monthly dog rent.

$75

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Building details

Property details

Units1
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About 472 Jean

HomeApartments in OaklandGrand Lake 472 Jean

This neutral yet modern apartment is nestled among the trees at the end of a cul-de-sac in the popular Grand Lake neighborhood. A couple of blocks from the vibrant Grand Avenue shops and restaurants. You can walk to everything you need, including: Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Grand Lakeshore Theater, Children's Fariyland, Boot & Shoe, BART, and countless other places. Built in 1963, this Mid-century modern address offers remodeled units with open and airy floor plans, private balconies, and carpet. Common areas include secure access, exterior staircases and a laundry facility. Decorated with Palms and situated in sunny Oakland, 472 Jean will lend you those So-Cal vibes you've been pining for. Grand Lake is located at the northeast corner of Lake Merritt, sitting between Adams Point to the west, Trestle Glen and Crocker Highlands to the east, and Piedmont to the north. Main streets Grand Avenue and Lakeshore Avenue offer an abundance of shops, restaurants, bars, and proximity to the beautiful Lake Merritt.


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.
8.7
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, 472 Jean is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Price, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 472 Jean has a number of attractive features—namely its Location— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 472 Jean
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, 472 Jean has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
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, 472 Jean 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·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
472 Jean 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.
472 Jean 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 472 Jean.
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.
472 Jean 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.

472 Jean is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 10 pet supply stores near the 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 472 Jean compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 117 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Grand Lake

1-bedroom apartments at 472 Jean cost about 24% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Grand Lake.

Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
Grand Lake
Oakland
A table of studio rental data trends in Oakland
MonthMedian Rent
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
December 2025$1,596
January 2026$1,598
February 2026$1,595
March 2026$1,561
April 2026$1,553
A table of studio rental data trends in Grand Lake
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,895
June 2024$1,895
March 2025$1,757
June 2025$1,895
July 2025$1,723
August 2025$1,704
September 2025$1,878
February 2026$1,845
March 2026$1,832
April 2026$1,845

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Can I afford to live at 472 Jean St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

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

$111,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $111,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,795.
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Schools near 472 Jean

Piedmont Avenue Elementary School

4314 piedmont ave

oakland, CA, 94611

K-5Public
B-

Canyon Elementary School

187 pinehurst rd

canyon, CA, 94516

K-8Public
A

Independent Study Sojourner Truth

8251 fontaine st

oakland, CA, 94605

K-12Public
B-

Balboa Children's Center

1001 s 57th st

richmond, CA, 94804

PKPublic

San Leandro Virtual Academy

2600 teagarden st

san leandro, CA, 94577

K-12Public
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Getting around Oakland near 472 Jean St

Walking

7/10
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

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 472 Jean 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

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
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

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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