849 53rd St Unit B

Oakland, CA 94608 Santa Fe

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  • Monthly Rent

    $3,800

  • Bedrooms

    3 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1.5 ba

  • Square Feet

    1,400 sq ft

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12 Month Lease, $3,800 deposit, Available Now

FREE RENT for the rest of the month of December to give you time to move in and start off the new year in a new home. Open to 9 month and greater than 1 year lease options, let's talk! As an owner-occupied duplex, (owner lives in separate lower unit) unlike other rentals, they may consider criminal history during the rental screening process. Located in North Oakland on the Oakland/Emeryville border and a half mile to the Berkeley border, this 1,400 square foot flat is on the top floor of what was once a single family Craftsman home; now a duplex that retains a lot of its original charm. Tenants have their own private entrance, street parking available and access to the backyard as well as a recently built outdoor deck for relaxation. Enjoy the feeling of a shared home space -- not just an apartment. This space is ideal for 3-4 people, or a couple who wants extra space, with a smaller 4th room that can be used as a compact, regular bedroom or as a guest room. The downstairs living room has also been used in the past as a 4th bedroom by tenants so that's an option as well. New roof installed summer 2024 with heat reflecting shingles and additional venting to help in hotter months and ceiling fans installed in 3 bedrooms in recent years. Charge your EV or PHEV through a shared solar-backed separate electric meter that is connected to owner's PG&E service; billing is at PG&E rates based on your car's charge log. Off street parking available in this spot only while charging; owner typically parks here. Room descriptions: 1 north facing living/common room downstairs with 3 bay windows and French doors. 1 large, north facing primary bedroom with original hardwood flooring, walk in closet with light, and hill view. 2 medium size bedrooms; 1 original hardwood floor, 1 carpeted. Both rooms have built-in shelving and a closet. Hardwood floor room is west facing and has a built-in desk. 1 small corner bedroom with wraparound windows that can be used as a dedicated workspace perfect for remote work, flex room, bonus room, yoga room, playroom, guest bedroom etc. or just a smaller bedroom - has been used in all these ways by previous tenants. Closet lighting upgrade in early December. 1 full bathroom recently remodeled with original built in storage and large wall mount medicine cabinet and large vanity cabinet. 1 half bath in laundry room adjacent to sunroom. 1 Upstairs, south facing sun room with tile floor that helps heat the house in winter and can be used as a dining room as it is adjacent to kitchen. Recent property updates: Access to a 220 square foot outdoor deck with great view for sitting, dining, people watching, yoga and/or functional strength training or just stretching on warm, sunny days. Recently redone backyard with small bluestone patio area under deck sitting area. Brick walkway along separate side entrance to bike storage sheds. 2 bike storage sheds accessible through a side gate that can fit 2 bikes each, locked to a rack set in concrete for security. Unit Amenities: Recently remodeled kitchen with tile backsplash and bathroom with new gas range and stainless steel sink in kitchen. Dishwasher Recently updated cabinets, sink and sink fixtures in bathroom. Recently updated garbage disposal. Forced air heating. Laundry (washer/dryer) in unit, no extra expense with paid laundry that is common in apartment buildings. Garage, side yard shed, and in-unit storage available. South-facing sunroom that helps heat the house economically in winter w/help from Lutron Serena smart blinds. Custom motorized and programmable blinds in all rooms with Lutron Serena smart hub - control from your phone or smart speaker with Siri, Alexa. Add any other smart home accessories you like - I have done the hard part (shades) that stay with the house for you already! See bottom of this listing for full details on features from Lutron's web site. Requirements: No smoking. Proof of employment. Tenant pays for gas, electricity, internet, tv, etc., if desired. Credit report/References required.

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849 53rd St Unit B
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Located on the Oakland/Emeryville border, this 1400 square foot flat is on the top floor of what was once a single family home; now a duplex. Tenants have their own private entrance, street parking available and access to the backyard as well as an outdoor deck for relaxation. Enjoy the feeling of a shared home space -- not just an apartment. **This space is ideal for 3 people, as the 4th bedroom is very small and would be best as a guest room unless one prefers converting the downstairs living room as a bedroom - which several previous tenants have done. Room descriptions - ideal for 3, possibly 4 tenants: * 1 north facing living/common room downstairs with 3 bay window and French doors. * 1 large, north facing master bedroom with original hardwood flooring, walk in closet, and hill view. * 2 medium size bedrooms; 1 original hardwood floor, 1 carpeted. Both rooms have built-in shelving and a closet. Hardwood floor room is west facing and has a built-in desk. * 1 small corner bedroom that can be used as an office, yoga room, playroom, guest bedroom etc or just as the 4th bedroom - has been used in all these ways by previous tenants. * 1 full bathroom newly remodeled with built in and new large wall mount medicine cabinet and new large vanity cabinet. * Upstairs, south facing sun room with tile floor that helps heat the house in winter and can be used as a dining room as it's adjacent to kitchen. * 1 half bath in laundry room adjacent to sunroom. Recent property updates: * Newly redone backyard with small bluestone patio under deck sitting area * Lit brick walkway * 2 bike storage sheds for use that can fit 2 bikes each, locked to a rack set in concrete for security. Unit Amenities: * Large, newly remodeled kitchen with new gas range and stainless steel sink * Dishwasher and refrigerator * New remodeled bathroom with new cabinets, sink and light fixtures * New garbage disposal * Kitchen and bathroom tiles and tub freshly refinished * Central forced air heating * Laundry (washer/dryer) in unit * Garage storage available Requirements: * NO SMOKING * Minimum credit score 650 * Proof of employment * $3,950 per month plus $3,950 security deposit * Tenant pays gas, electricity, internet, and cable. * Credit report/References. About the location: Owner lives in lower unit of duplex, Bay Area resident for the past 25+ years, has lived in the house for 21 years, knows the neighborhood well. Bike score 99 - Biker's Paradise , Walk score 90, Transit Score 66. Typically street parking right outside; house is on a corner with 4 spaces right next to the house. On street cleaning days, parking usually available within 1 block. Area served by AT&T Fiber and Sonic so gigabit internet speeds are easily available if needed. .6 miles to the popular Temescal Farmer's Market, .7 miles to the South Berkeley Farmer's Market. 3 blocks from freeway onramp to 24 to 580 West to SF or 980 to 880S. 2 blocks to Transbay bus stop to the Transbay Transit Center in SF. Great way to get to a Giants or Warriors game, concert, or just to go out in SF. 1 block from home on the return trip. Market St. 1 block away has many recent traffic calming and pedestrian upgrades, with clearly marked bike lanes and reflective posts for pedestrian safety. On a major bike corridor from Berkeley to Oakland. Ideally positioned to get many places in Berkeley/Oakland by bike and to transit options for longer car-free trips. .3 miles to Temescal Creek Park for dog walking and basketball. Walking distance to multiple veterinary clinics. 1.5 miles to Bay Bridge recreational trail that goes halfway across the SF Bay for walking/running/cycling/other modes of wheeled transportation. 2.0 miles to the SF Bay Trail, a well maintained waterfront trail that extends north to Richmond currently and encompasses 350 miles of trails but when finished will include 500 miles of trails around the Bay. 2.5 miles to Lake Merritt recreational trails. 2.9 miles to Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve, our favorite and closest great hike to head into the hills. 2.3 miles to the start of the challenging Claremont Ave cycling hill climb into the Oakland/Berkeley hills. 3.6 miles to the start of the easier Tunnel Road climb into the Oakland/Berkeley hills. Just over 1 mile walk to MacArthur BART. 15 minute Lyft/Uber ride to Oakland International Airport for an early flight. 25 minutes to SFO for an early flight. Just 2 blocks from The Rendez-Vous, a cute little French restaurant. .6 miles to Temescal shopping, restaurants, bars and nightlife including Temescal Brewing, Burma Superstar, 17 Jewels Salon, Snail Bar Wine Bar, Cholita Linda, Kansai, Pizzaiolo, Red Sea, and of course the venerable Kingfish Pub. .6 miles to Whole Foods in Temescal. 1.4 miles to Trader Joe's in Rockridge, 1.3 to TJ Emeryville.

849 53rd St is an apartment community located in Alameda County and the 94608 ZIP Code.

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Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floors

Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Office
  • Sunroom
  • Bay Window
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Guest Apartment
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Waterfront
  • Patio
  • Deck

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • Dogs Allowed
  • Fees not specified
  • Weight limit
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  • Pet Limit
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Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal

Lease Options

  • 12 Months
Location
Property Address: 849 53rd St, Oakland,
CA 94608
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Neighborhood

Santa Fe is a small, residential neighborhood with a lot of heart. Colorful wall murals, churches, and sweet treats abound in Santa Fe. There are many options for satisfying your sweet tooth at local shops in Santa Fe including Marley’s Treats, It’s All Good Bakery, and Lois the Pie Queen. Santa Fe is also home to Temescal Creek Park and the Temescal Community Garden, for more opportunities to engage in outdoor activities.

Convenient to major highways in addition to multiple bus routes and BART stations, getting around from Santa Fe is easy. Travel plans are easily executed from Santa Fe too, with access to both Oakland International and San Francisco International Airports.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Drive: 7 min 2.4 mi
Drive: 6 min 3.0 mi
Drive: 12 min 3.5 mi
849 53rd St Unit B is within 4 minutes or 1.7 miles from Samuel Merritt University. It is also near Berkeley City College and Lincoln University, Oakland.
Transportation

Transportation options available in Oakland include Ashby Station, located 1.2 miles from 849 53rd St Unit B. 849 53rd St Unit B is near Metro Oakland International, located 12.1 miles or 18 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 22.6 miles or 35 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Drive: 8 min 2.6 mi
Drive: 5 min 2.6 mi
Drive: 5 min 2.6 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Drive: 7 min 3.8 mi
Drive: 9 min 5.0 mi
Drive: 16 min 10.2 mi
Drive: 18 min 11.4 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Metro Oakland International
Drive: 18 min 12.1 mi
San Francisco International
Drive: 35 min 22.6 mi
Walker's Paradise
90
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Good Transit
66
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Biker's Paradise
99
Bike Score®
Out of 100
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 849 53rd St Unit B.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
849 53rd St Unit B has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 miles, which is about a 14-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Willard Park
Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
Temescal Regional Park
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Morcom Rose Garden
Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
People's Park
Drive: 8 min 2.6 mi
San Francisco Bay Trail (at Emeryville)
Drive: 6 min 3.1 mi
849 53rd St Unit B has 5 parks within 3.1 miles, including Willard Park, Morcom Rose Garden, and San Francisco Bay Trail (at Emeryville).
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
849 53rd St Unit B has 3 hospitals within 1.7 miles, the nearest is Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland which is 0.2 miles away and a 4 minutes drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 13 min 4.9 mi
Drive: 15 min 6.6 mi
849 53rd St Unit B is 4.9 miles from Oakland Army Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda.
Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Office
  • Sunroom
  • Bay Window
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Guest Apartment
  • Waterfront
  • Patio
  • Deck
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Walking/Biking Trails