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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Separate kitchen/dining area
  • Well kept building/premises
  • Spacious main room

Location

1501 Madison St, Oakland, CA 94612, USA|Lakeside
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Management

Bay Apartment Advisors

Leasing office

(510) 879-7200

Property Overview

The Commodore is a highly rated option with strong value, quality, amenities, and location scores, along with a trustworthy listing and competitive pricing. It offers practical conveniences like on-site laundry, a separate kitchen/dining area, a well-kept building and premises, and a spacious main room, plus extensive nearby pet services and a solid photo set for a clearer view of 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

9.2
Excellent
The Commodore is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath550 sqft$1,695 /mo1 unit availableLakeside Oakland - Spacious Studio 1501 Madison St., Oakland, CA 94612 Proudly offered by Bay Apartment Advisors Please text/phone Donald for a tour (925) 408-5458 **Please read entire ad before emailing questions.** KEY FEATURES • Spacious Main Room • Separate 1920's Inspired Kitchen/Dining area • Rent Controlled • Sq. Footage: 550 • On-site Laundry • Extremely walkable area PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS - Highly desirable location, a stone's throw from proper downtown and Lake Merritt - Beautiful apartment space & historic building - Walk in Closets - Well kept building/premises - Quick access to BART, 580, 80, 880, 24, and 13 Freeways - Online rent payment options LEASE TERMS • Rent: $1,695.00 • Deposit: $1,695.00 • Lease Duration: 1 Year • Pets – Cats ok (cat community in building) • Owner pays: Water, Heat, Garbage • No on-site parking currently (waiting list available) Available Now! Check our website for other listings: http bayaptadvisors com vacancies
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath615 sqft$1,795 /mo1 unit available1501 Madison St., Oakland, CA 94612 Proudly offered by Bay Apartment Advisors Please text/phone Donald (925) 408-5458 for a tour **Please read entire ad before emailing questions.** KEY FEATURES • Bedrooms: 1 Bed • Bathrooms: 1 Bath • 1920's Inspired Kitchen • Sq. Footage: ~700 • On-site Laundry • Extremely walkable area • Rent Controlled PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS - Highly desirable location, a stone's throw from proper downtown and Lake Merritt - Beautiful apartment space & historic building - Walk in Closets - Well kept building/premises - Quick access to BART, 580, 80, 880, 24, and 13 Freeways LEASE TERMS • Rent: $1,795.00 • Deposit: $1,795.00 • Lease Duration: 1 Year • Pets – Cats ok • Utilities Water, Sewer, Garbage & Heat Included • Available: Now! Check our website for other listings: http bayaptadvisors com vacancies html

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Amenities for The Commodore

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Stove & FridgeTrash

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundryWater/Sewer

Services

Water & Garbage
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One-time. Refundable.

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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About The Commodore

HomeApartments in OaklandLakeside The Commodore

1501 Madison St., Oakland, CA 94612 Proudly offered by Bay Apartment Advisors Please text/phone Donald (925) 408-5458 for a tour **Please read entire ad before emailing questions.** KEY FEATURES • Bedrooms: 1 Bed • Bathrooms: 1 Bath • 1920's Inspired Kitchen • Sq. Footage: ~700 • On-site Laundry • Extremely walkable area • Rent Controlled PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS - Highly desirable location, a stone's throw from proper downtown and Lake Merritt - Beautiful apartment space & historic building - Walk in Closets - Well kept building/premises - Quick access to BART, 580, 80, 880, 24, and 13 Freeways LEASE TERMS • Rent: $1,795.00 • Deposit: $1,795.00 • Lease Duration: 1 Year • Pets – Cats ok • Utilities Water, Sewer, Garbage & Heat Included • Available: Now! Check our website for other listings: http bayaptadvisors com vacancies html


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
The Commodore is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated The Commodore
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.
The Commodore 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.
The Commodore goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Commodore 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.
The Commodore 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·9A 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.
The Commodore has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

The Commodore is great for:

Pet owners

  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 15 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

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 The Commodore compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
More space
Studio is 244 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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Rent trends in Lakeside

Studio apartments at The Commodore cost about 5% more than the average rent price for studios in Lakeside.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% lower than 1-bedrooms in Lakeside.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Lakeside
Oakland
A table of studio rental data trends in Oakland
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,575
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$1,556
May 2026$1,596
June 2026$1,598
A table of studio rental data trends in Lakeside
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,695
July 2024$1,672
August 2024$1,650
September 2024$1,637
October 2024$1,650
November 2024$1,668
December 2024$1,659
January 2025$1,621
February 2025$1,639
March 2025$1,644
April 2025$1,602
May 2025$1,639
June 2025$1,622
July 2025$1,667
August 2025$1,625
September 2025$1,560
October 2025$1,553
November 2025$1,619
December 2025$1,623
January 2026$1,595
February 2026$1,595
March 2026$1,500
April 2026$1,565
May 2026$1,650
June 2026$1,622

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,695.
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Schools near The Commodore

Lincoln Elementary School

225 11th st

oakland, CA, 94607

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 1501 Madison St

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1501 Madison St, Oakland

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

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

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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