527 Merrimac St

527 Merrimac St, Oakland, CA 94612

Apartment building

1 bed

Available units

Price may not include required fees and charges.

Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
Unit 5 1 bd, 1 ba	--	Now	$1,795

What's special

Stainless-steel appliancesHardwood floor

Rent: $1,795 Rooms: 1Bedroom/1Bath Type: Apartment Availability: Now City/Neighborhood: NorthGate/Waverly, Oakland Showing: By Appointment Only Parking: No Yard: Shared, Front & Backyard Pet: Small dogs are okay; large dogs may require pet insurance with dog bite coverage and certain breeds are restricted Features: Hardwood Floor, stainless-steel appliances, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave. Renter Insurance Required Section 8, Welcome! Basic Qualifications: Credit Score of 660 or above 2 years of verifiable rental history 2 years of verifiable employment history Gross income of at least 3 times the monthly rent Pass our background check If you do not meet any of these requirements, you may still apply by using a guarantor.

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Neighborhood: Pill Hill

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Biker's Paradise

Nearby schools in Oakland

Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 7937.5 miles

1/10

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1/10

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1/10

Westlake Middle School

Grades 6-8 • 7936.2 miles

2/10

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1/10

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3/10

Oakland Technical High School

Grades 9-12 • 7935.4 miles

8/10

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8/10

College Readiness Rating

8/10

Historic Area
Older homes and established medical buildings give Pill Hill a visible link to Oakland’s past.
Transit Access
Nearby BART stations and AC Transit routes make it possible to travel around Oakland and beyond without relying solely on a car.
Dining Scene
Restaurants and cafés in Pill Hill and nearby Uptown offer convenient options for meals and coffee.
Urban Energy
Pill Hill’s proximity to downtown and Uptown brings theaters, galleries, and city activity within easy reach.

Pill Hill sits just north of downtown Oakland, with a hilly residential setting close to the city’s central districts. Its history is reflected in older homes and long-standing medical buildings, while nearby Uptown adds theaters, galleries, restaurants, and evening entertainment. Cafés and casual dining are easy to find in the surrounding blocks, and downtown offers broader shopping options. Parks and green spaces are more limited within the neighborhood itself, but nearby city parks and walking routes offer outdoor breaks; the terrain makes some trips notably steep. AC Transit and nearby BART stations connect the area to other parts of Oakland and the wider region, while major roads provide additional travel options. For the Pill Hill neighborhood, the median rent is $2,200 per month, with a typical range of $1,575 to $3,600, based on 19 active listings.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is 527 Merrimac St located, and what is the neighborhood like?

527 Merrimac St is located at 527 Merrimac St in Pill Hill, Oakland, CA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as The Crown, Drake's Dealership, and Sweet Bar Bakery.

What is the average rent in Oakland, CA?

Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Pill Hill neighborhood of Oakland is currently $2,200 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

What schools are assigned to 527 Merrimac St?

The schools assigned to 527 Merrimac St include Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School, Westlake Middle School, and Oakland Technical High School.

What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 527 Merrimac St?

527 Merrimac St is located near 3 grocery stores, including Koreana Plaza (0.2 miles) and Sprouts Farmers Market (0.4 miles). Additional shopping options, including Telegraph Health Center, are approximately 0.2 miles away.

What hospitals and medical facilities are near 527 Merrimac St?

The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 527 Merrimac St include Kaiser Permanente Hearing Center of Oakland (0.3 miles away), Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy (0.4 miles away), and Kaiser Permanente Medical Center - Mosswood Building (0.6 miles away).