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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Intercom system
  • Huge windows
  • Non smoking building

Location

1029 Oak St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA|Civic Center
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Property Overview

1029 Oak Street is exceptionally rated with a Zumper score of 9.2, reflecting its competitive pricing, impressive amenities, and prime location. The property features hardwood floors, an intercom system, and large windows that enhance natural light, making it ideal for professionals working from home. With nearby restaurants, parks, and excellent schools, it offers a vibrant and sustainable environment conducive to an active lifestyle.

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Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bathAVAILABLE NOW - 1 BLOCK FROM LAKE | Large studio in a 1917s Brick Building | 98 Walk Score | 1 BLOCK TO BART THE BUILDING: The Townsend Apartments, located at 1029 Oak Street, is a beautiful four-story, historic brick building built in 1917. The red brick is offset by marble accents above the windows & entrance as well as the occasional green, yellow or blue tile accents. You will enter the building through a nicely gardened courtyard. The entryway has inlaid wood floors past its oak door and Phone Entry System. There is an elevator. The basement laundry room has two coin operated washing machines and three dryers. There are period light fixtures as well as tons of woodwork and etched glass windows in the hallways. There is some bike storage in the basement. The Museum of Oakland is across the street, Lake Merritt BART, Laney College & the Lake are just a block away. There is a Cafe across the street and Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid is just 1 block away! BART provides an easy commute to San Francisco. THE APARTMENT: This apartment is on elevated ground floor featuring beautifully refinished oak hardwood floors. There are huge windows everywhere allowing for plenty of natural light and lots of woodwork, with large trim pieces around the windows. The bathroom has a clawfoot tub and a pedestal sink. The kitchen is equipped with a gas stove, fridge, and plenty of storage space. BUILDING FEATURES: - 1917s Brick Building: The Townsend Apartments - Amazon Key For Business - Newly Installed USPS Parcel/Mail Box - Intercom System - Secure Entry - Vintage Elevator - Interior Corridors - Coin Op Laundry in Basement - Across the street from the Oakland Museum - 2 Blocks from Lake Merritt Bart - 98 Walk Score - 89 Bike Score - 86 Transit Score UNIT FEATURES: -Custom cabinets -Hardwood Flooring -Full paint -Gas stove -Steam heat -Fridge LEASE TERMS: Rental Amount: $1,595 per month (1 year lease) Security Deposit: $1,500 Owner Pays: Steam Heat, Water, Garbage Tenants Pays: PG&E, Internet Sorry No Pets Non Smoking Building A minimum credit score of 700+ is required This property is subject to the Fair Chance Ordinance. CONTACT: Maddy, Resident Manager Email: **** Call.Text: 818-731-6460 ***PLEASE CONTACT MADDY DIRECTLY***
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bathTHE BUILDING: The Townsend Apartments, located at 1029 Oak Street, is a beautiful four-story, historic brick building built in 1917. The red brick is offset by marble accents above the windows & entrance as well as the occasional green, yellow or blue tile accents. You will enter the building through a nicely gardened courtyard. The entryway has inlaid wood floors past its oak door and Phone Entry System. There is an elevator. The basement laundry room has two coin operated washing machines and three dryers. There are period light fixtures as well as tons of woodwork and etched glass windows in the hallways. There is some bike storage in the basement. The Museum of Oakland is across the street, Lake Merritt BART, Laney College & the Lake are just a block away. There is a Cafe across the street and Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid is just 1 block away! BART provides an easy commute to San Francisco. THE APARTMENT: This apartment is on the 1st floor featuring beautiful oak hardwood floors. You walk into an entryway with the bathroom on the right. There are huge windows everywhere allowing for plenty of natural light and lots of woodwork, with large trim pieces around the windows. Off the living room you will find a gerneroulsy sized bonus room perfect for a home office or second bedroom. The bathroom has a shower and a pedestal sink with lovely hexagon tiles. The large remodeled galley stile eat-in kitchen features tons of storage. The apartment has been freshly painted with a cream color and white trim. All of the hardware is the original crystal and brass which has been restored to its original glory. BUILDING FEATURES: - 1917s Brick Building: The Townsend Apartments - Amazon Key For Business - Newly Installed USPS Parcel/Mail Box - Intercom System - Secure Entry - Vintage Elevator - Interior Corridors - Coin Op Laundry in Basement - Across the street from the Oakland Museum - 2 Blocks from Lake Merritt Bart - 98 Walk Score - 89 Bike Score - 86 Transit Score UNIT FEATURES: - Remodeled Kitchen - Bonus room perfect for home office or second bedroom - Fresh Paint Throughout - New Carpets in Bedroom - New wood stile blinds LEASE TERMS: Rental Amount: $1,950 per month (1 year lease) Security Deposit: $1,000 Owner Pays: Steam Heat, Water, Garbage Tenants Pays: PG&E, Internet Sorry No Pets Non Smoking Building A minimum credit score of 650+ is required This property is subject to the Fair Chance Ordinance. CONTACT: Maddy, Resident Manager Email: **** Call.Text: 818-731-6460 ***PLEASE CONTACT MADDY DIRECTLY***

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Rent trends in Civic Center

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Civic Center
Oakland
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Oakland
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,995
April 2024$1,997
May 2024$1,995
June 2024$1,996
July 2024$2,037
August 2024$2,039
September 2024$2,043
October 2024$2,008
November 2024$1,996
December 2024$2,000
January 2025$1,997
February 2025$1,995
March 2025$1,995
April 2025$1,968
May 2025$1,925
June 2025$1,952
July 2025$1,972
August 2025$1,969
September 2025$1,997
October 2025$1,976
November 2025$1,949
December 2025$1,961
January 2026$1,979
February 2026$1,979
March 2026$1,995
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Civic Center
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$2,207
May 2024$2,250
June 2024$2,276
July 2024$2,239
October 2024$2,156
November 2024$2,171
April 2025$2,226

Schools near 1029 Oak Street

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-

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 1029 Oak St

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
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

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

Points of interest for 1029 Oak St, Oakland

Groceries

10/10
Several grocery stores nearby

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

7/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

9/10
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

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1029 Oak St

Hometown Donuts Liquor & Food
93 8th St
Hometown Market
93 8th St
Chong Long Market
257 8th St
Abadi
1300 Lakeshore Ave
Sweetheart Cafe & Tea
315 9th St

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