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Highlights
- Onsite laundry
- Easy access to highways
- Walkable coffee shops and restaurants
Location
1896 Alcatraz Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703, USA|Bushrod
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Property Overview
1896 Alcatraz Ave. offers strong overall value with an 8.4/10 expert rating and top-tier 10/10 price score, reflecting a competitive rate for its amenities and location. Residents benefit from onsite laundry, easy highway access, and walkable coffee shops and restaurants, plus a convenient location rated 9/10 for access to key destinations and transportation. An 8/10 amenities rating, solid trustworthiness score, and strong value-for-money percentile further underscore its appeal for renters seeking both comfort and transparency.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Floor plans
| 1/1 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,825 /mo | 1 unit available | Open Kitchen Layout New Quartz Countertops New Flooring Throughout Top floor Gas heat Vanity area in bedroom with countertop, storage, and mirror 0.4 mile walk to Ashby BART Easy access to highways Laundry onsite Walkable coffee shops and restaurants |
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About 1p691 - 1896 Alcatraz Ave.
Open Kitchen Layout New Quartz Countertops New Flooring Throughout Top floor Gas heat Vanity area in bedroom with countertop, storage, and mirror 0.4 mile walk to Ashby BART Easy access to highways Laundry onsite Walkable coffee shops and restaurants
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.
8.4
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1p691 - 1896 Alcatraz Ave. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1p691 - 1896 Alcatraz 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.
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.
1p691 - 1896 Alcatraz 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·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, 1p691 - 1896 Alcatraz Ave. 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·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1p691 - 1896 Alcatraz 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 1p691 - 1896 Alcatraz 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.
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 1p691 - 1896 Alcatraz Ave. compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Bushrod
1-bedroom apartments at 1p691 - 1896 Alcatraz Ave. cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Bushrod.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Bushrod
Oakland
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,560 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,637 |
| June 2024 | $1,725 |
| July 2024 | $1,755 |
| August 2024 | $1,699 |
| September 2024 | $1,697 |
| October 2024 | $1,702 |
| November 2024 | $1,695 |
| February 2025 | $1,795 |
| March 2025 | $1,845 |
| April 2025 | $1,895 |
| July 2025 | $1,945 |
| August 2025 | $1,945 |
| September 2025 | $1,884 |
| October 2025 | $1,895 |
| November 2025 | $1,895 |
| December 2025 | $1,895 |
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Can I afford to live at 1896 Alcatraz Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$73,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $73,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,825.
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Schools near 1p691 - 1896 Alcatraz Ave.
Malcolm X Elementary School
1731 prince st
berkeley, CA, 94703
K-5Public
A
Sylvia Mendez Elementary
2840 ellsworth st
berkeley, CA, 94705
K-5Public
A-
Washington Elementary School
2300 mlk jr way
berkeley, CA, 94704
K-5Public
A
Emerson Elementary School
2800 forest ave
berkeley, CA, 94705
K-5Public
A
John Muir Elementary School
2955 claremont ave
berkeley, CA, 94705
K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood
Bushrod | Oakland, CA
Getting around Berkeley near 1896 Alcatraz Ave
Walking
8/10
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
7/10
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 1896 Alcatraz Ave, Berkeley
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
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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