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491 Crescent Apartments

491 Crescent St, Oakland, CA 94610

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491 Crescent

491 Crescent St
Oakland, CA 94610
491 Crescent in Oakland, CA - Building Photo
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  • Studio–3 Bedrooms
  • 639–1,638 Square Feet

About 491 Crescent

Each apartment has its own story to tell. Built in 1928, and formerly known as 'El Mirador', this spectacular apartment building maintains the unique Andalusian architectural touches, with a perfect infusion of contemporary conveniences inside. Located in the Grand Lake neighborhood, this Oakland residence brings the best of the city close to you. Check out the Morcom Rose Garden and Piedmont Park for scenic nature strolls. Easily run errands with Safeway and Trader Joe's just a 10-minute walk away and other stores like Target, Sprouts, Grocery Outlet, and Whole Foods close by. Join your new community at the Grand Lake Farmer's Market every Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm. Within walking distance of delicious eateries perfect for any taste, and a short drive to Lake Merritt, this is a great location to enjoy your leisure time. Majestic and grand, this Spanish colonial revival high-rise embodies a timeless aesthetic while the sleek, modern renovations create a comfortable living experience. Freshly revamped with chic interior details and new amenities, the stylish homes feature large closets, in-unit laundry, and updated kitchens and baths. Extra perks include a common area laundry room, rooftop access, side yard access, and Amazon lockboxes.

491 Crescent is located in the Grand Lake Neighborhood and 94610 Zip code of Oakland, CA.

Property Contact Info

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Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Sunday9:00 am–5:00 pm

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

  • Studio

    Studio 1 Bath Apartment

    Studio, 1 Bath, 639 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableStudio 1 Bath Apartment639 sq ft
  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 639-1121 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment639-1121 sq ft
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 917-1638 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment917-1638 sq ft

    2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1030-1125 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment1030-1125 sq ft
  • 3 Bedrooms

    3 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1318 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable3 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment1318 sq ft
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Property Information

  • 27 Units
  • 4 Stories
  • Built in 1928

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application FeeiEach person 18 years or older must pay the fee. Application fees can be applied to multiple units. Charged Per Applicant.$35.00
Due at Move-In
Security Deposit WaiveriCustom one-time fee: Security Deposit Waiver Charged per unit.$325.00

Other Fees and Policies

Situational Fees

Damage Waiver ProgramiDamage Waiver Program Charged Per Unit.$18.00/mo

Personal Add-Ons

Boom Monthly Credit Reporting FeeiBoom Monthly Credit Reporting Fee Charged per unit.$8.95/mo
Personal Contents CoverageiCustom recurring fee: Personal Contents Coverage Charged per unit.$10.00/mo
Cat Pet DepositiRefundable pet deposit for cat Charged per unit.$250.00
Dog Pet DepositiRefundable pet deposit for dog Charged per unit.$500.00

Pet Fees

Cat
Cat Pet RentiMonthly pet rent for cat. There is no pet deposit or pet rent for pets other than dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, and hamsters. Service animals and emotional support animals (ESAs), regardless of type, do not incur a pet deposit or pet rent. Charged Per Pet.$50.00/mo
Dog
Dog Pet RentiMonthly pet rent for dog. There is no pet deposit or pet rent for pets other than dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, and hamsters. Service animals and emotional support animals (ESAs), regardless of type, do not incur a pet deposit or pet rent. Charged Per Pet.$75.00/mo
Other Pet
Other Pet RentiMonthly pet rent for other. There is no pet deposit or pet rent for pets other than dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, and hamsters. Service animals and emotional support animals (ESAs), regardless of type, do not incur a pet deposit or pet rent. Charged Per Pet.$50.00/mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Covered Parking
  • Garage Parking
  • High Speed Internet
  • Recycling Services

Map

491 Crescent St, Oakland, CA 94610

Getting Around

  • 70 / 100 Moderately walkable

    Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 70 / 100 Good public transit

    Walking distance to rapid transit and frequent bus lines

  • 60 / 100 Moderately bikeable

    Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 80 / 100 Very car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 90 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Cafes

    Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Nightlife

    Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Shopping

    Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Parks

    Large amount of park space nearby

  • 10 / 100 Noise Level

    Many sources of noise nearby

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Nearby Schools

Westlake Middle

Oakland Unified School District
2629 Harrison St.
Public School - Grades 6-8 (279 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
2/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 491 Crescent.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

301 E 18th St
2 minute drive / 0.76 miles away

Safeway

5100 Broadway
5 minute drive / 1.72 miles away

Target

2700 5th St
4 minute drive / 2.18 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Samuel Merritt University

3100 Telegraph Avenue
3 minute drive / 1.07 miles away

Lincoln University

401 15th Street
3 minute drive / 1.14 miles away

Laney College

900 Fallon Street
3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away

Groceries

Safeway

5100 Broadway
5 minute drive / 1.72 miles away

Trader Joe's

5733 Christie Ave
6 minute drive / 3.05 miles away

Smart & Final

1243 42nd Ave
6 minute drive / 3.12 miles away

Hospitals

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center

350 Hawthorne Avenue
3 minute drive / 1.04 miles away

Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Oakland / Richmond

275 West Macarthur Boulevard
3 minute drive / 1.04 miles away

Highland Hospital

1411 East 31st Street
3 minute drive / 1.27 miles away

Military Bases

Oakland Army Base

7 minute drive / 3.52 miles away

Oakland/US Naval Supply Center

7 minute drive / 3.53 miles away

Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda

8 minute drive / 3.79 miles away

Parks and Recreation

San Francisco Maritime National Historic Site

1000 N. Point St.
20 minute drive / 9.49 miles away

Glen Canyon

70 Elk Str
20 minute drive / 9.61 miles away

Moscone Recreation Center

1800 Chestnut St.
21 minute drive / 10.01 miles away

491 Crescent has 3 parks within 10.0 miles, including San Francisco Maritime National Historic Site, Glen Canyon, and Moscone Recreation Center.

Restaurants and Dining

P.F. Chang's

5633 Bay Street
6 minute drive / 2.86 miles away

Buca Di Beppo - San Francisco

855 Howard Street
18 minute drive / 8.61 miles away

Shopping Centers

Merritt Shopping Center

247 E 18th St
2 minute drive / 0.75 miles away

Oakland Millenium Village

100-199 19th St
2 minute drive / 0.76 miles away

Main Bldg

2901 Park Blvd
2 minute drive / 0.78 miles away

491 Crescent has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

Transit Stations

19th St Oakland Station-Fremont - Richmond

441 19th St
3 minute drive / 1.05 miles away

19th St Oakland Station-Richmond - Millbrae

441 19th St
3 minute drive / 1.05 miles away

Lake Merritt Station-Fremont - Daly City

856 Oak St
3 minute drive / 1.21 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Oakland Studio Apartments $2,294$748$6,500
Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,740$765$5,557
Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,494$780$10,000+
Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,501$850$10,000+
Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,355$845$10,000+
Oakland 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,971$748$10,000+
Oakland 6 Bedroom Apartments $1,814$1,030$10,000+

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