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261 Lester Ave receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8, reflecting its appeal to renters. The property excels with a perfect price rating of 10, indicating a competitive balance between price and value, complemented by a perfect amenities rating, showcasing its impressive features like a spacious living room and balcony. Additionally, with a location rating of 9, residents benefit from convenient access to coworking spaces, cafes, and essential services, enhancing the overall living experience with trustworthiness rated at 8, ensuring transparency in its offerings.
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Work-from-home| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $2,295–$2,395 /mo | 2 units available | TO SCHEDULE TOUR: For fastest response, please call or text our Leasing Agent Elon at 510.993.4600 M-S between 7AM and 4PM or send an email to **** with your contact information. This beautifully fully renovated 2-bedroom apartment offers the modern comfort and fresh start you’ve been looking for! Every inch of this home has been updated — brand-new flooring, a brand-new kitchen, a fully remodeled bathroom, and more. Step into the spacious open layout featuring new luxury flooring that flows seamlessly throughout the unit. The redesigned kitchen includes all-new countertops, new appliances, and new fixtures, making it the perfect space for cooking and entertaining. A wide window brightens the cozy eat-in dining area, providing peaceful morning and evening light. Both bedrooms are generous in size and offer newly updated closets and abundant natural sunlight. With new features from top to bottom, this upgraded apartment delivers comfort, style, and convenience all in one. Area: The building is ideally located less than 5 minutes to Lake Merritt on foot and is only a few minutes away from Interstate 580/Lakeshore Ave shopping district/Grand Lake Theatre by car. This location offers an abundance of activities: a hike around Lake Merritt before a visit to the Farmer’s Market, or perhaps a commute into the neighboring cities of Berkeley and San Francisco thanks to the nearby public transit options. With close proximity to Lakeshore Avenue and Grand Avenue, Lake Merritt, and plentiful restaurants you won’t have to go far for your next excursion. Easy access to Highway I-580 and I-880 also facilitate the next trip to places both close and far. Amenities: Shared laundry facilities Off-street parking Utilities: Owner is responsible for garbage, water, and sewer. Residents pay for electricity, gas, and cable/internet. A minimum credit score of 661 required. Renter's Insurance is required with Advent Properties listed as "additional interest." *Renters Insurance does not include earthquake damage.* Pets Considered Type and Breed Restrictions may apply. Additional deposit required. Pets must be spayed/neutered and proof must be provided. This is a no smoking / no marijuana residence. *** Upon approval of the application, applicant(s) will have 48 hours to obtain utilities in their name(s) and renters insurance PRIOR to receiving the lease agreement. *** Move-in date must be 30 days or less from the date of application approval.*** For the first applicant, (2.2X's) the monthly rental rate in verifiable monthly net income is required. If two (2) people will occupy the unit then the combined income must be three-point three times (3.3X’s) the monthly rental rate (and if three (3) people will occupy the unit, the combined income must be four-point four times (4.4X’s) the monthly rental rate, etc. If cash reserves are used to qualify as income, the cash reserves amount must be equivalent to above income requirements for the duration of initial term of the tenancy. The cash reserves must be in the applicant's account(s) for a minimum of six (6) months. Verifiable income is income that is documented by the most recent two (2) months pay stubs or bank statements or a signed Verification of Deposit that is dated within thirty (30) days evidencing the above requirements. Offers of employment must contain an initial employment day within thirty (30) days of application, and the total salary will be discounted to 60% for calculating net in.. |
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Apartment Amenities
| Brand New Bathroom | Brand New Kitchen |
| Hardwood Floor | New Hardwood Floor |
| Patio | Water |
Appliances
| Brand New Stainless Steel Appliances |
Building
| Onsite Laundry | Sewage |
| Shared Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Services
| Garbage |
One-time.
One-time. Refundable.
Assigned Parking
Questions about this property’s policies and fees?
| Units | 5 |
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TO SCHEDULE TOUR: For fastest response, please call or text our Leasing Agent Elon at 510.993.4600 M-S between 7AM and 4PM or send an email to **** with your contact information. This beautifully fully renovated 2-bedroom apartment offers the modern comfort and fresh start you’ve been looking for! Every inch of this home has been updated — brand-new flooring, a brand-new kitchen, a fully remodeled bathroom, and more. Step into the spacious open layout featuring new luxury flooring that flows seamlessly throughout the unit. The redesigned kitchen includes all-new countertops, new appliances, and new fixtures, making it the perfect space for cooking and entertaining. A wide window brightens the cozy eat-in dining area, providing peaceful morning and evening light. Both bedrooms are generous in size and offer newly updated closets and abundant natural sunlight. With new features from top to bottom, this upgraded apartment delivers comfort, style, and convenience all in one. Area: The building is ideally located less than 5 minutes to Lake Merritt on foot and is only a few minutes away from Interstate 580/Lakeshore Ave shopping district/Grand Lake Theatre by car. This location offers an abundance of activities: a hike around Lake Merritt before a visit to the Farmer’s Market, or perhaps a commute into the neighboring cities of Berkeley and San Francisco thanks to the nearby public transit options. With close proximity to Lakeshore Avenue and Grand Avenue, Lake Merritt, and plentiful restaurants you won’t have to go far for your next excursion. Easy access to Highway I-580 and I-880 also facilitate the next trip to places both close and far. Amenities: Shared laundry facilities Off-street parking Utilities: Owner is responsible for garbage, water, and sewer. Residents pay for electricity, gas, and cable/internet. A minimum credit score of 661 required. Renter's Insurance is required with Advent Properties listed as "additional interest." *Renters Insurance does not include earthquake damage.* Pets Considered Type and Breed Restrictions may apply. Additional deposit required. Pets must be spayed/neutered and proof must be provided. This is a no smoking / no marijuana residence. *** Upon approval of the application, applicant(s) will have 48 hours to obtain utilities in their name(s) and renters insurance PRIOR to receiving the lease agreement. *** Move-in date must be 30 days or less from the date of application approval.*** For the first applicant, (2.2X's) the monthly rental rate in verifiable monthly net income is required. If two (2) people will occupy the unit then the combined income must be three-point three times (3.3X’s) the monthly rental rate (and if three (3) people will occupy the unit, the combined income must be four-point four times (4.4X’s) the monthly rental rate, etc. If cash reserves are used to qualify as income, the cash reserves amount must be equivalent to above income requirements for the duration of initial term of the tenancy. The cash reserves must be in the applicant's account(s) for a minimum of six (6) months. Verifiable income is income that is documented by the most recent two (2) months pay stubs or bank statements or a signed Verification of Deposit that is dated within thirty (30) days evidencing the above requirements. Offers of employment must contain an initial employment day within thirty (30) days of application, and the total salary will be discounted to 60% for calculating net in..
How 261 Lester Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Considerations
2-bedroom apartments at 261 Lester Ave cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cleveland Heights.
| Month | Median 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 |
| December 2025 | $1,595 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,760 |
| 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 |
| December 2025 | $1,773 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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