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Highlights
- Large windows
- Spacious kitchen
- New flooring
- Beautiful fireplace
- Extra room
Location
1446 1st Ave, Oakland, CA 94606, USA|Merritt
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Property Overview
1446 1st Ave is a highly rated, competitively priced property, earning a 9/10 overall expert rating and a perfect 10/10 for price, reflecting strong value for its offerings. With high marks for location, quality, and amenities, it provides convenient access to top-rated nearby schools and an elevated standard of living. Notable interior features include large windows, a spacious kitchen, new flooring, a beautiful fireplace, and an extra room.
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
High school nearby- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 850 sqft | $2,450 /mo | 1 unit available | One month for free! Take a walk to Lake Merritt, right from your front door! Built in 1920, this upper unit features 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Large windows in the living room bring in lots of natural light showing off the character and beautiful fireplace. Spacious kitchen with lots of cabinets, plus an extra room with a sink. Beautiful new flooring! Close to transportation, shopping, and great dining! Street parking. Water & Garbage paid by owner. Good credit with a score of 670 a must. This unit is Available NOW. Small Pet OK. Welcome home! |
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Amenities for 1446 1st Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Water |
Services
| Garbage |
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Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 3 |
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About 1446 1st Ave
One month for free! Take a walk to Lake Merritt, right from your front door! Built in 1920, this upper unit features 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Large windows in the living room bring in lots of natural light showing off the character and beautiful fireplace. Spacious kitchen with lots of cabinets, plus an extra room with a sink. Beautiful new flooring! Close to transportation, shopping, and great dining! Street parking. Water & Garbage paid by owner. Good credit with a score of 670 a must. This unit is Available NOW. Small Pet OK. Welcome home!
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.
9.0
/10
Excellent1446 1st Ave 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 Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
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.
1446 1st 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, 1446 1st 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.
1446 1st 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·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.
1446 1st Ave 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.
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 1446 1st Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Merritt
2-bedroom apartments at 1446 1st Ave cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Merritt.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Merritt
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 | $1,556 |
| May 2026 | $1,595 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,745 |
| 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 |
| April 2026 | $1,496 |
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Can I afford to live at 1446 1st Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$98,000/yr
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Schools near 1446 1st Ave
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 1446 1st Ave
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 1446 1st Ave, Oakland
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide 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
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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