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Californian Apartments

1940 Franciscan Way, Alameda, CA 94501 – South Shore

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  • Monthly Rent

    $2,650 - $2,700

  • Bedrooms

    2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    864 sq ft

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LOCATED AT: 1940 Franciscan Way Alameda, CA 94501 The Californian Apartments Great location- we are close to: Alameda Beach, biking & walking trails- Around the corner! South Shore Shopping Center – Just 2 blocks away Schools: Elementary – Please call school district Will C. Wood Middle School – 0.5 miles Alameda High School- 1.0 miles All of our apartments are: • 2 Bedrooms and 1 Full Bath • Each has private balcony or patio • Spacious floor plans- avg. 864 sf. • Generous closet space in all rooms Complex features: • Beautifully landscaped • Elevators • Gated entry • Fitness center • Onsite laundry facility • Assigned parking (1 per unit) • On-site management • Non-Smoking environment Commuter benefits: AC Transit stops (Lines W, 663 & 20) are around the corner! Alameda provides easy access to 2 Ferry terminals and BART. ** Currently not participating in Section 8 for new tenants ***Photos may not be of actual available unit.

Pricing & Floor Plans

all units $2,650 – $2,700 Available Now
2 Beds 1 Bath 864 Sq Ft
all units $2,650 – $2,700 Available Now
2 Beds 1 Bath 864 Sq Ft
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

About Californian Apartments

LOCATED AT: 1940 Franciscan Way Alameda, CA 94501 The Californian Apartments Great location- we are close to: Alameda Beach, biking & walking trails- Around the corner! South Shore Shopping Center – Just 2 blocks away Schools: Elementary – Please call school district Will C. Wood Middle School – 0.5 miles Alameda High School- 1.0 miles All of our apartments are: • 2 Bedrooms and 1 Full Bath • Each has private balcony or patio • Spacious floor plans- avg. 864 sf. • Generous closet space in all rooms Complex features: • Beautifully landscaped • Elevators • Gated entry • Fitness center • Onsite laundry facility • Assigned parking (1 per unit) • On-site management • Non-Smoking environment Commuter benefits: AC Transit stops (Lines W, 663 & 20) are around the corner! Alameda provides easy access to 2 Ferry terminals and BART. ** Currently not participating in Section 8 for new tenants ***Photos may not be of actual available unit.

Californian Apartments is an apartment community located in Alameda County and the 94501 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Alameda Unified attendance zone.

Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Elevator

Controlled Access

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Gated

Apartment Features

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Granite Countertops

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

Disposal

Patio

Tile Floors

Highlights

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Pantry
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Quartz Countertops

Model Details

  • Carpet
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Balcony
  • Patio

Fees and Policies

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

  • One-Time Move-In Fees
  • Administrative Fee
    $0
  • Application Fee
    $0

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • 12 months

Property Information

  • Built in 1963
  • 58 units/3 stories
Location
Property Address: 1940 Franciscan Way, Alameda,
CA 94501
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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Elevator
  • Gated
  • Fitness Center
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Pantry
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Carpet
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Balcony
  • Patio
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent $25
One-Time
Cat Fee $0
Cat Deposit $200
Utilities Included
Water, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm
Sunday By Appointment
Neighborhood

Nestled alongside the San Francisco Bay, Alameda’s South Shore is a scenic suburban community with a tranquil atmosphere and fantastic retail options. The heart of the community is the sprawling South Shore Center, an outdoor mall brimming with national retailers and restaurants as well as independent businesses and local Alameda favorites.

South Shore Center prides itself on being a hub for the community, hosting a bevy of year-round events that include cultural festivals and free concert series for everyone. As South Shore continues to grow, more and more apartments and houses are becoming available for rent. Ferry access and close proximity to the 880 makes getting around from South Shore simple.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
College of Alameda
Drive: 8 min 2.9 mi
Lincoln University, Oakland
Drive: 9 min 4.0 mi
Laney College
Drive: 9 min 4.5 mi
Samuel Merritt University
Drive: 12 min 5.4 mi
Californian Apartments is within 8 minutes or 2.9 miles from College of Alameda. It is also near Lincoln University, Oakland and Laney College.
Schools
Donald D. Lum Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades 5
30 Students
Attendance Zone
9
Out of 10
Bella Vista Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
407 Students
Nearby
4
Out of 10
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
347 Students
Nearby
3
Out of 10
Achieve Academy
Charter Elementary School
Grades K-5
557 Students
Nearby
5
Out of 10
Will C. Wood Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
610 Students
Attendance Zone
6
Out of 10
Alameda High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,802 Students
Attendance Zone
9
Out of 10
St. Joseph Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
263 Students
Nearby
St. Philip Neri Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
255 Students
Nearby
Grades 9-12
406 Students
Nearby
School data provided by GreatSchools The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
Transportation

Transportation options available in Alameda include Fruitvale Station, located 3.2 miles from Californian Apartments. Californian Apartments is near Metro Oakland International, located 4.6 miles or 10 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 27.0 miles or 43 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Fruitvale Station
Drive: 8 min 3.2 mi
Lake Merritt Station
Drive: 9 min 3.9 mi
12Th St Oakland City Center Station
Drive: 8 min 3.9 mi
19Th St Oakland Station
Drive: 9 min 4.3 mi
Coliseum Oakland Airport Station
Drive: 11 min 4.9 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Oakland
Drive: 9 min 3.9 mi
Emeryville
Drive: 16 min 8.7 mi
Berkeley
Drive: 19 min 10.9 mi
San Francisco 4Th & King
Drive: 24 min 14.6 mi
22Nd Street
Drive: 26 min 15.8 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Metro Oakland International
 Drive: 10 min 4.6 mi
San Francisco International
 Drive: 43 min 27.0 mi
Somewhat Walkable
66
Walk Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Some Transit
37
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Very Bikeable
80
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Californian Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Alameda South Shore Center
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Neptune Plaza
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Alameda Marketplace
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Californian Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.8 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Crown Memorial State Beach
 Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Crab Cove Visitor Center
 Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
 Drive: 8 min 3.8 mi
Oakland Museum of California
 Drive: 8 min 3.9 mi
Jack London Square
 Drive: 9 min 4.1 mi
Californian Apartments has 5 parks within 4.1 miles, including Crown Memorial State Beach, Crab Cove Visitor Center, and Jack London Square.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Alameda Hospital
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Highland Hospital
Drive: 11 min 4.9 mi
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
Drive: 12 min 5.3 mi
Californian Apartments has 3 hospitals within 5.3 miles, the nearest is Alameda Hospital which is 0.6 miles away and a 11 minutes drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda
Drive: 12 min 4.2 mi
Alameda/US Naval Air Station San Francisco
Drive: 12 min 4.3 mi
Californian Apartments is 4.2 miles from Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda, and is convenient to other military bases, including Alameda/US Naval Air Station San Francisco.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Californian Apartments has two bedrooms available and rents for $2,650/mo.

Can I see a model or tour Californian Apartments?

Yes, to view the floor plan in person, please schedule a personal tour.

What neighborhood is the property located in?

Californian Apartments is in South Shore in the city of Alameda. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.8 miles of the property. Five parks are within 4.1 miles, including Crown Memorial State Beach, Crab Cove Visitor Center, and Jack London Square.

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