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    Lake Merritt Apartments - Unclaimed

    1417 1st Ave, Oakland, CA 94606

    Located in Merritt, Oakland zip code 94606
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    Neighborhood: Merritt

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    Walk Score®
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    Walker's Paradise
    Transit Score®
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    Excellent Transit
    Bike Score®
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    Biker's Paradise

    Nearby schools in Oakland

    La Escuelita Elementary School
    Grades K-5 • 0.3 miles
    2/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    Student Progress Rating
    2/10
    Westlake Middle School
    Grades 6-8 • 1.2 miles
    2/10
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    Test Score Rating
    1/10
    Student Progress Rating
    3/10
    Oakland High School
    Grades 9-12 • 1.3 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    5/10
    College Readiness Rating
    3/10

    Merritt sits in central Oakland around Lake Merritt, a tidal lagoon ringed by a walking path and open spaces. The lake is the neighborhood’s defining outdoor landmark, with paths for strolling, running and cycling, plus playgrounds and gardens along its shores. Oakland’s mild Mediterranean climate makes outdoor time appealing through much of the year. Nearby streets offer cafés, restaurants and everyday shops, while the lakefront and surrounding districts add cultural venues and nightlife within reach. The area’s history is visible in the lake, established as a wildlife refuge in 1870, and in Oakland’s older urban fabric. Walking and cycling are convenient around the water; AC Transit buses and nearby BART stations connect Merritt with other parts of Oakland and the wider Bay Area. For the Merritt neighborhood, the median rent is $1,900 per month, with a typical range of $1,450 to $10,225.

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    Where is Lake Merritt Apartments located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    Lake Merritt Apartments is located at 1417 1st Ave in Merritt, Oakland, CA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Tacos Mi Rancho, Odin, and Haddon Hill Cafe.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near Lake Merritt Apartments?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Lake Merritt Apartments include Bay Area Healthcare Center (0.7 miles away), San Antonio Health Center (0.7 miles away), and Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy (1 mile away).

    What schools are assigned to Lake Merritt Apartments?

    The schools assigned to Lake Merritt Apartments include La Escuelita Elementary School, Westlake Middle School, and Oakland High School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Lake Merritt Apartments?

    Lake Merritt Apartments is located near 5 grocery stores, including Grand Lake Farmers Market (0.9 miles) and Koreana Plaza (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including Oaklandish, are approximately 0.8 miles away.

    What colleges and universities are near Lake Merritt Apartments?

    Lake Merritt Apartments is located within 0.4 miles of Laney College, 0.8 miles of St Paul's Episcopal School, and 0.8 miles of Lincoln University.

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