475 Newton Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
What This Apartment Offers
Charming Lake Merritt 3BR Apartment with Lake Views + Bonus Sunroom Prime Oakland Location!
Welcome home to 475 Newton Avenue, a beautifully maintained and... inviting first-floor 3-bedroom, 1-bath, with bonus sunroom/den, flat perfectly situated on one of Oakland's quietest, most picturesque streets just steps from Lake Merritt.
This light-filled, first-floor apartment offers the best of both worlds: peaceful living with breathtaking lake views, while being just a 5-minute walk to Grand Avenue's beloved cafes, restaurants, and boutiques and only a 10-minute walk to BART for quick, easy access to San Francisco.
Inside, you'll find an abundance of classic Oakland charm: warm hardwood floors, large windows that fill the apartment with natural light, and a thoughtfully designed layout perfect for modern living. The spacious primary bedroom includes a bonus den/sunroom ideal for a cozy reading nook, office, or creative studio. The three bedrooms are versatile and can also be used as an office, den, or nursery. Off the kitchen, enjoy a charming breakfast nook perfect for morning coffee or casual meals.
The kitchen will come equipped with a dishwasher and microwave (not pictured), offering convenience. Laundry will be shared with the homeowner, located on-site for your ease. Step outside to the beautiful shared backyard, perfect for entertaining or relaxing outdoors.
Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee with lake views, jogging or biking around Lake Merritt, or strolling to nearby Grand Avenue or Lakeshore for dinner, you'll love the balance of serenity and city access this location provides.
Perfect for San Francisco commuters, working professionals, and anyone ready to put down roots and call Oakland home.
Available starting October 24, 2025
1-Year Fixed-Term Lease
Shared laundry
No pets allowed
Unfurnished
Don't miss this rare opportunity to live in one of Oakland's most desirable neighborhoods where charm, community, and convenience come together beautifully.
1-year fixed-term lease.
Available starting October 24, 2025.
Tenant pays for all utilities.
Security deposit and last month's rent due at lease signing.
Renters insurance required.
Proof of income, credit check, employment verification, and background check will be completed.
No pets, no smoking.
Shared laundry and backyard.
Unit 475
- $3,650 / month
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,081 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Apartment Features
- Breakfast Nook
- Cable Ready
- Deck
- Den
- Dishwasher
- Family Room
- Freezer
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Office
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Smoke Free
- Sunroom
- Tile Floors
- Tub/Shower
- Views
- Washer/Dryer
- Yard
Community Features
- Laundry Facilities
475 Newton Ave Unit 475 is an apartment community
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
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Oakland, CA 94606
Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise92 / 100
Transit Score ®
Good Transit62 / 100
Bike Score ®
Very Bikeable77 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active71 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Cleveland Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Edna Brewer Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
St. Paul's Episcopal School
Grades K-8
Private
St. Leo the Great School
Grades PK-8
Private
Bayhill High School
Grades 9-12
Private
Oakland High
Grades 9-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Laney College
Drive: 4 min (1.3 mi)
Lincoln University, Oakland
Drive: 4 min (1.6 mi)
Samuel Merritt University
Drive: 6 min (1.9 mi)
College of Alameda
Drive: 8 min (3.3 mi)
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 475 Newton Ave Unit 475 proximity to Merritt Shopping Center and Pacific Renaissance. Merritt Shopping Center is 0.6 miles away, and Pacific Renaissance is within a 31 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 62, 475 Newton Ave Unit 475 has good transit, including 10 transit stops within 11.5 miles. Transit options include Lake Merritt Station and 12Th St Oakland City Center Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 475 Newton Ave Unit 475 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.4 miles, including Lakeside Park, Rotary Nature Center, and Lakeside Park Garden Center.
Airports
Living in Cleveland Heights provides easy access to Metro Oakland International, located just 16 minutes from 475 Newton Ave Unit 475. Another nearby airport is San Francisco International, located 23.9 miles away.
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