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Highlights

  • Gorgeous hardwood flooring
  • Sleek quartz countertops
  • Modern stainless steel appliances
  • Charming boutiques

Location

1244 2nd Ave, Oakland, CA 94606, USA|Merritt
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1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bathCharming 1BR/1BA Apartment Near Lake Merritt! Welcome to your new home at 1244 2nd Ave in Oakland! This beautifully updated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit offers modern finishes and an unbeatable location just two blocks from Lake Merritt and 0.2 miles from the Lake Merritt BART station—perfect for commuters and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Apartment Features: • Sleek quartz countertops • Gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout • Efficient steam heat for cozy winters • Modern stainless steel appliances Amazing Location: Nestled near the vibrant Lakeshore/Grand shopping district, you'll have easy access to top-rated restaurants, cafes, and entertainment. Enjoy local favorites like Portal, and Rockin’ Crawfish, or pick up fresh produce at the Grand Lake Farmers Market. Close to many charming boutiques, coffee houses, and scenic lake trails—all just minutes from your doorstep. To view the unit, please visit during the posted viewing times (appointments are not required). Our viewing schedule is updated every Monday afternoon by 5 pm. If you can't make the current posted times, please check back with us for the updated schedule. Offered by: Beacon Properties CA DRE#02129875
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Rent trends in Merritt

Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Merritt
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Merritt
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,795
May 2024$1,755
June 2024$1,715
July 2024$1,668
August 2024$1,646
September 2024$1,545
October 2024$1,598
November 2024$1,601
December 2024$1,595
January 2025$1,604
February 2025$1,618
March 2025$1,695
April 2025$1,651
May 2025$1,617
June 2025$1,595
July 2025$1,556
August 2025$1,646
September 2025$1,493
October 2025$1,610
November 2025$1,604
December 2025$1,628
January 2026$1,649
February 2026$1,553
March 2026$1,499

Schools near 1244 2nd Avenue

La Escuelita Elementary School

1100 third ave

oakland, CA, 94606

K-5Public
C

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-

San Leandro Virtual Academy

2600 teagarden st

san leandro, CA, 94577

K-12Public

Balboa Children's Center

1001 s 57th st

richmond, CA, 94804

PKPublic
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Getting around Oakland near 1244 2nd Ave

Walking

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

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

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 1244 2nd Ave, Oakland

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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