Lake Merritt is Oakland's signature — a 3.4-mile path around the lake, the Saturday farmers market, Grand Lake Theater on the north end, and weekend drum circles. Lake Merritt BART serves it directly. Rents are slightly above Downtown Oakland but still well under SF.
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San Antonio Walk-Up 2/1 Available Now, 1747 21st Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
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As of June 3, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 82 2-bedroom apartments for rent in Lake Merritt. Listings refresh every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
Among current Rentomatics listings, 2-bedroom apartments in Lake Merritt start at $1,350/month, with an average of $2,971 and a median of $2,350/month. Prices reflect 82 active listings updated June 3, 2026.
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Lake Merritt is Oakland's signature — a 3.4-mile path around the lake, the Saturday farmers market, Grand Lake Theater on the north end, and weekend drum circles. Lake Merritt BART serves it directly. Rents are slightly above Downtown Oakland but still well under SF.