Join us at the Franciscan and live the dream: Beachside Living with Breathtaking SF Sunsets! Move-in Today into your lovely 1-bedroom apartment at a convenient location and enjoy a private balcony overlooking the pool and garden courtyard. Enjoy our community clubhouse and exercise room. Each apartment comes with a parking space inside our gated community. Indoor cats are welcome. Please see our pet rules. The community is smoke free. Save big with reasonable security deposits. Utilities are paid by landlord excepting for electric and cable/internet.
The community is within walking distance (2 blocks) from the South Shore Shopping Center, where you can find pretty much everything that you need.
For food shopping, there is Safeway and Trader Joe's
For banking, there is Wells Fargo, Chase, Provident Credit Union, and Bank of Marin
For pharmacy and other health needs, there is Walgreens
For pet supplies, there is Petco
For office supplies, there is Office Max
For your dining pleasure, there is a number of restaurants from fast casual to fine dining, such as Trabocco's, Sushi House, as well as Chipotle & Five Guys.
You will also find dry cleaners, a dentist, optometry store, ice cream parlors, cafes, and clothing stores.
Easy Commute: Direct Bus Routes to SF Downtown and BART ; Oakland Right at Your Doorstep
Don't miss out on this opportunity to rent a slice of paradise by the beach and all the amenities you could wish for! Call now to secure your dream apartment at Franciscan Apartments.

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Special offer
- Special offer! Bring in the New Year with Savings
Move in by year-end with a one year lease and our present to you is free rent through January 15, 2025. This deal is for the first 3 approved application ONLY. Act fast.Expires December 31, 2025
Apartment building
1 bed
Pet-friendly
Attached garage
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
-- | Now | $2,395+ | |
![]() | 600 | Now | $2,395+ |
What's special
Clubhouse
Get the party started
This building features a clubhouse. Less than 6% of buildings in Alameda have this amenity.
Gated community
3D tours
Zillow 3D Tour 1
Zillow 3D Tour 2
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon: | Closed |
| Tue: | 9 am - 3 pm |
| Wed: | 9 am - 3 pm |
| Thu: | 9 am - 3 pm |
| Fri: | 9 am - 3 pm |
| Sat: | 9 am - 3 pm |
| Sun: | Closed |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Club House: Community Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Party Room
Other
- Laundry: Shared
- Swimming Pool: Heated Swimming Pool (seasonal)
Outdoor common areas
- Garden
- Lawn
- Patio
- Water Feature
Security
- Controlled Access
- Gated Entry: Gated Parking
- Intercom
Services & facilities
- Bicycle Storage
- Elevator
- On-Site Management
- Online Rent Payment
Unit Features
Appliances
- Freezer
- Garbage Disposal
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Heating
- Electric
Internet/Satellite
- Cable TV Ready
- High-speed Internet Ready
Other
- 1 Bedroom Apartments Only
- Beachside Living
- Exercise Room
- Maintenance Staff
- Patio Balcony
Policies
Parking
- Attached Garage
- Parking Lot
Lease terms
- One year
Pet essentials
- CatsAllowed
- DogsDogs are not allowed
Neighborhood: South Shore
Areas of interest
Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.
Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Somewhat WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Some TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in Alameda
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Will C. Wood Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Alameda High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Franciscan?
Franciscan has a walk score of 70, it's somewhat walkable.
What is the transit score of Franciscan?
Franciscan has a transit score of 38, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to Franciscan?
The schools assigned to Franciscan include Franklin Elementary School, Will C. Wood Middle School, and Alameda High School.
Does Franciscan have in-unit laundry?
No, but Franciscan has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is Franciscan in?
Franciscan is in the South Shore neighborhood in Alameda, CA.
What are Franciscan's policies on pets?
Small dogs are not allowed. Large dogs are not allowed.
Does Franciscan have virtual tours available?
Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for Franciscan.








