5449 Shafter Ave, Oakland, CA 94618

Please Note: Do not apply to rent online "sight unseen." Applications will not be considered prior to viewing.

TO SCHEDULE TOUR: For the fastest response, please call the Leasing Agent Tyler Powell at M-F between 9 AM and 4 PM or send an email to ... with your contact information.

This elegant and distinguished home features four bedrooms and two baths with modern features. This is a Rockridge treasure! The gorgeous front entrance welcomes you with an abundance of greenery, flowers, and an expansive front porch. You will not believe it!

This home features dramatic architectural detailing, stunning wooden framed windows, vaulted ceilings, and gorgeous hardwood floors making it a truly fabulous home. This abode offers the perfect location including tree lined streets and seconds away from the best in dining and shopping. The wide variety of restaurants in the neighborhood include Oliveto, Wood Tavern, Pizzaiolo, Dona Thomas, Millenium, and trendy Beer Baron. Can't forget about Temescal local food hotspots: Homeroom, Burma Superstar, Hogs Apothecary, and Bakesale Betty.

Living room and formal dining room features elegant hardwood floors and original built-in cabinetry; that will leave guests in awe. Recently renovated art deco inspired modern kitchen features, top of the line kitchen appliances including stainless steel refrigerator, and gas stove/oven. Chalkboard wall; write out those recipes and ingredients and let your inner Chef shine!

Additional bonus space available with an abundance of storage available in the basement for added convenience.

The backyard retreat is very low maintenance. Add a bistro table and chairs; welcome to your urban oasis.

This home epitomizes Rockridge living.

Area: "Nestled between College and Telegraph Avenues. Just a few blocks to the Temescal Farmers' Market, Market Hall, Trader Joe's, Zachary's Pizza and the California College of the Arts." Easy access to Hwy 24, 580, 880 and Rockridge BART. Close proximity to casual carpool, market hall, and the famous Frog park.

Utilities: The resident is responsible for PG&E & Water.

The owner provides trash and lawn care services.

A minimum credit score of 661 required.

*One (1) small cat or dog (under 25lbs) considered. To be considered, the pet must be spayed/neutered and properly vaccinated (proof required as part of the application).

The City of Oakland's Fair Chance Housing Ordinance requires that rental housing providers display this notice to applicants:


This is a non-smoking property, including cannabis.

**Move-in date must be 30 days or less from date of application submission.**

*** Upon approval of the application, applicant(s) will have 48 hours to obtain utilities in their name(s) and renters insurance PRIOR to receiving the lease agreement. Approved applicants must sign lease within 72 hours of receipt of lease. Security Deposit in certified funds is due within 72 hours of lease signing. Tours will continue until a lease is signed.

Each adult (18+) who will be residing in the rental unit must complete and sign an application, provide all necessary supporting documents, including a government-issued photo ID, and pay the application fee. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Submit a $45 non-refundable application fee, payable to Advent Properties, Inc., for each application. This must be paid with Cashier's Check or Money Order. We take this in order to run the credit check. Personal credit reports from other agencies NOT accepted. Mail or personally deliver all documents to Advent Properties, Inc. 1600 MacArthur Blvd. Oakland, CA 94602. There is an after-hours secured mail slot you can place your information into as well on front door of office. Please have documents secured together.

The application process usually takes three (3) business days after receipt of complete application, supporting documentation, and application fee.

*One (1) applicant: 2.2 x the monthly rental rate in verifiable monthly net income is required. Two (2) applicants: 3.3 x the monthly rental rate in verifiable, combined monthly net income is required. Three (3) applicants: 4.4x the monthly rental rate in verifiable, combined monthly net income is required. Four (4) applicants: 5.5 x the monthly rental rate in verifiable, combined monthly net income is required. Five (5) applicants: 6.6 x the monthly rental rate in verifiable, combined monthly net income is required. Net income is calculated by taking the applicant’s take-home pay and subtracting the monthly debt service as reported in the applicant’s credit report.

*Verifiable monthly income must be documented by the most recent two (2) months pay stubs for the applicant. Offers of employment must contain initial employment day within thirty (30) days of application, and the total salary stated in the offer of employment will be discounted to 60% to calculate monthly income.

*If cash reserves are used to qualify, the cash reserves amount must be equivalent to the above income requirements for the duration of the initial term of the tenancy. The cash reserves must be in the applicant's account(s) for a minimum of six (6) months. Only cash or cash equivalents will be considered (e.g., CDs, money market funds, etc). Retirement accounts are not considered unless the applicant is of age for penalty-free withdrawal.

*Each applicant must have a minimum credit score of 661+ (based on VantageScore 3.0) to qualify. Note, some properties have different credit score requirements, please refer to the advertisement for actual requirement.

*Each applicant must have two (2) years of established credit history in good standing (e.g. no delinquency, collection, or other negative remarks).

*No prior Evictions on your record.

*A positive (not neutral) landlord reference from the most recent two landlords is required.

*As a property owner or manager we do not discriminate in the rental of property on the basis of "race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, familial status, source of income, disability, veteran or military status, or genetic information".

*Advent Properties, Inc. trusts that all material in the flyer to be correct and assumes no legal responsibility for the accuracy. All information is subject to change or withdrawal without further notice.

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