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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 has received an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.9 out of 10, reflecting its appeal to renters. With high marks in price, amenities, and location, each rated 9 out of 10, it offers excellent value and a premier living experience. Notable features include on-site laundry, a separate kitchen/dining area, and a well-maintained environment, while its proximity to pet-friendly services adds to its attractiveness.

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

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, The Commodore is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Commodore 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath490+ sqft$1,695 /mo2 units available1501 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 The Building) • Owner pays: Water, Garbage • No on-site parking currently (waiting list available) Available Now! Check our website for other listings: http bayaptadvisors com vacancies

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Amenities for The Commodore

Apartment Amenities

Stove & FridgeTrash

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Water/Sewer

Services

Garbage
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

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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 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 The Building) • Owner pays: Water, Garbage • No on-site parking currently (waiting list available) Available Now! Check our website for other listings: http bayaptadvisors com vacancies


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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, The Commodore is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Commodore 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 The Commodore
Price·9A 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 stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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
  • 17 pet supply stores near the property
  • 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 121 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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Rent trends in Lakeside

studio apartments at The Commodore cost about 16% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Lakeside.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Lakeside
Oakland
A table of studio rental data trends in Oakland
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,595
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$1,595
A table of studio rental data trends in Lakeside
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,695
April 2024$1,695
May 2024$1,675
June 2024$1,686
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$1,460

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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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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