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Alameda Overview

Alameda County is dazzling beauty at the heart of California on Alameda Island. Formerly a peninsula off the modern day Oakland, Alameda is a city of beaches and bays. The location and nature of the terrain are favorable for creating a conducive living environment. Therefore, having an apartment here exposes you to several recreational facilities in a city rich in history.

What is the history of Alameda?

The city was founded in 1953 alongside other three towns such as Hubbertville and Woodstock. Alameda developed on a railway route, and an increase in traffic transformed it into a residential suburb. The marshy terrain was inhabited by the Ohlone tribe at the arrival of the late Spanish 18th. Century. The island is home to many Victorian residents since 1800 and early 1900s.

How is the weather in Alameda?

Alameda enjoys a warm-summer Mediterranean climate with an annual rainfall of about 20 inches. Snow is a rarity especially at sea level in the San Francisco Bay area. The area enjoys relatively warm-humidity in spring and autumn. Windy conditions make Alameda an ideal destination for surfing and hence a good reason to find you an apartment.

How do I get around town?

The area has a well-established means and mode of transportation. You can move around through cars, train, ferries, and airplanes. Alameda is the only place in the entire United States with a pedestrian-bicycle bridge. Therefore, you have the chance of roaming around on a mountain bike freely without the interference of the vehicular traffic.

What is the Alameda commute like?

Alameda is accessible by road via three bridges from Oakland that is Park Street, Fruitvale Avenue and High Street Bridges. From Alameda to Bay Farm Island, there is Bay Farm Island Bridge by vehicles and Bicycles Bridge. However, the speed limit for the city is 25 mph on almost every road. Public transportation is by AC Transit buses, Ferry services, BART stations at Lake Merritt and 12th Street. The city can also be accessible by air through numerous airports within.

What are the local media outlets?

Encinal is the first ever printed newspaper in Alameda since 1850 and played a critical role in the movement to incorporate the city. With time, several other papers came into existence among them is the Daily Argus and the Oakland Tribune among others. As recent as 1997, the Hills Newspaper chain was sold to Knight Ridder which gave birth to Alameda Sun in 2001. Currently, the community is served by to weekly newspapers, Alameda Journal and Alameda Sun.

Why live in Alameda, CA?

Alameda is a lovely city full of bays and waterways that consolidate other means of transportation making it easy to access from land, air, and water. The Mediterranean climate is an added advantage if you love fun in the sun. Stretches of coastline add value if you wish to have a taste of coastal lifestyle. Being a windy bay, Alameda offers all kinds of sports including windsurfing, kiteboarding, and sailing. In Alameda, you can as well enjoy some recreational facilities such as clean parks, leisure clubs, well established educational facilities, state of the art health services, bars, and clubs and movie theatres.

What Alameda landmarks should I see?

The uniqueness of Alameda is described in many ways based on the historical facts, monuments and recreational facilities. The Mount View Cemetery is one of the notable landmarks which have a rich history as a resting place for significant people. We cannot overlook the Oracle Arena, the East Bay Regional Park, the Cathedral of Christ the light, Jack London Square, Oakland California Temple and so on.

What is there to do around Alameda?

The vibrant economy of the city has given rise to the massive growth of tourism industry. There are many attractive features such as the beaches which are known for windsurfing and kite surfing. On the entertainment section, the city has movie theatres, sports facilities, clubs and hotels with world-class services. The residential facilities are affordable and situated in the most scenic environment.

Any annual festivals or Alameda events to know?

The Downtown Alameda Spring Festival is famous, and it is a tradition marking the Mother's Day. The event takes place at Park Street annually in May, attracting scores. Other festivals are Downtown Easter Egg Hunt, Mayor's Fourth of July Parade, Art and Wine Faire, Classic Car Shows, Halloween and Mayor's Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

At Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach, you can have a lifetime experience in windsurfing, sailing and kite surfing. The beach is accessible through Oakland Bay Bridge. The Historic Park Street Business District is designated location for relaxation, shopping, and drinking. Some areas of interest are Half Moon Bay, Alameda Museum, San Mateo, Redwood City, and Marin County among others.

Where is the best place to move in Alameda?

Alameda City remains the leading destination for tourists, job prospectus and those who wish to have an apartment next to the beach. The residential apartments at Albany expose you to a panoramic site of the bay, set up in a lively environment full of recreational facilities. Waterfronts at Berkley should be the first thing in your mind when considering settling in a multicultural neighborhood. We have other areas such as Piedmont, Pleasanton, Dublin and many more that are suitable to call home.

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Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Alameda

How much are Studio apartments in Alameda?

There are currently 529 Studio Apartments in Alameda with rent ranges from $1,050 to $6,500 with an average price of $2,211.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Alameda Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Alameda ranges from $730 to $13,238 with an average monthly rent of $2,731.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Alameda cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Alameda range from $1,650 to $17,503. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,710.

How expensive are Alameda Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 516 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Alameda on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,249 to $18,323 - averaging $4,271 for the location.

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