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  • 261 Lester Ave

    Oakland, CA 94606

    Apartment building
    1-2 beds

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    What's special

    Tiled kitchen floorPleasant grey countertopsSizable bedroomsRed oak-colored cabinetsSerene mornings and eveningsGenerous natural lightOpen layout
    There is a ONE MONTH FREE promotion applied to this unit. The base rent will remain $2,295 while the effective rent for the first year will be $2,103.75. $250 AMAZON GIFT CARD Important: Please do not apply online "sight unseen." Applications will not be considered prior to viewing. TO SCHEDULE TOUR: For fastest response, please call Tyler Powell M-F between 9AM and 4PM or send an email with your contact information. This serene 2-bedroom apartment offers the space you need! Its spacious updated wood flooring is further enhanced by the flat's open layout, which offers a view of the lovely breakfast nook area and the balcony. The tiled kitchen floor and beautiful red oak-colored cabinets, along with pleasant grey countertops, are perfect for long cooking sessions. A wide window is situated right by the cozy eat-in kitchen offering serene mornings and evenings. The two sizable bedrooms have ample closets and offer generous natural light. The balcony located by the living room encourages plenty of days under the sun with family and friends, providing an additional area to the already roomy apartment. Area: The building is ideally located less than 5 minutes to Lake Merritt on foot and is only a few minutes away from Interstate 580/Lakeshore Ave shopping district/Grand Lake Theatre by car. This location offers an abundance of activities: enjoying Lake Merritt before a visit to the Farmer's Market, or perhaps a commute into the neighboring cities of Berkeley and San Francisco thanks to the nearby public transit options. With close proximity to Lakeshore Avenue and Grand Avenue, Lake Merritt, and plentiful restaurants you won't have to go far for your next excursion. Easy access to Highway I-580 and I-880 also facilitate the next trip to places both close and far. Amenities: Shared laundry facilities Off-street parking Shared balcony Utilities: Owner is responsible for garbage, water, and sewer. Residents pay for electricity, gas, and cable/internet. Parking Included. Rental Terms: Rent: $2,495.00 Application Fee: $50.00 Security Deposit: $500 A minimum credit score of 670 required. Renter's Insurance is required with Advent Properties listed as "additional interest." *Renters Insurance does not include earthquake damage.* Pets Considered Type and Breed Restrictions may apply. Additional deposit required. Pets must be spayed/neutered and proof must be provided. This is a no smoking / no marijuana residence. Upon approval of the application, applicant(s) will have 48 hours to obtain utilities in their name(s) and renters insurance PRIOR to receiving the lease agreement. Move-in date must be 30 days or less from the date of application approval. For the first applicant, (2.2X's) the monthly rental rate in verifiable monthly net income is required. If two (2) people will occupy the unit then the combined income must be three-point three times (3.3X's) the monthly rental rate (and if three (3) people will occupy the unit, the combined income must be four-point four times (4.4X's) the monthly rental rate, etc. If cash reserves are used to qualify as income, the cash reserves amount must be equivalent to above income requirements for the duration of initial term of the tenancy. The cash reserves must be in the applicant's account(s) for a minimum of six (6) months. Verifiable income is income that is documented by the most recent two (2) months pay stubs or bank statements or a signed Verification of Deposit that is dated within thirty (30) days evidencing the above requirements. Offers of employment must contain an initial employment day within thirty (30) days of application, and the total salary will be discounted to 60% for calculating net income. No prior Evictions on your record. Your Credit Check will show this. No past due utility bills. A positive (not neutral) landlord reference from the most recent two landlords is required. * As a property owner or manager we do not discriminate in the rental of property on the basis of "race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, familial status, source of income, disability, veteran or military status, or genetic information." ** Advent Properties, Inc. trusts that all material in this advertisement to be correct and assumes no legal responsibility for the accuracy. All information is subject to change or withdrawal at any time without further notice. Cal BRE#01897998
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    Unit features

    Appliances
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator

    Neighborhood: Cleveland Heights

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    89 / 100
    Very Walkable
    69 / 100
    Good Transit
    82 / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Oakland

    GreatSchools rating

    Market Trends

    Rental market summary

    The average rent for all beds and all property types in Oakland, CA is $2,300.

    Average rent

    $2,300

    Month-over-month

    +$25

    Year-over-year

    +$50

    Available rentals

    1,780

    Oakland, CA Rental Market Data

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 261 Lester Ave?

    261 Lester Ave has a walk score of 89, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of 261 Lester Ave?

    261 Lester Ave has a transit score of 69, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to 261 Lester Ave?

    The schools assigned to 261 Lester Ave include Cleveland Elementary School, Edna Brewer Middle School, and Oakland High School.

    What neighborhood is 261 Lester Ave in?

    261 Lester Ave is in the Cleveland Heights neighborhood in Oakland, CA.