257 Vernon Street, Oakland (Apartment)
257 Vernon Street, Oakland, CA 94610
Property Summary
Located in the vibrant Adams Point neighborhood, this four-story apartment building offers a convenient lifestyle near Lake Merritt. Residents benefit from rent-controlled units and access to community amenities, including a courtyard and a shared hot tub. Many homes feature balconies, and the building is equipped with an elevator and secured entry. The location provides proximity to local businesses and grocery options, making it a walkable choice for those looking to enjoy the area. On-site laundry facilities and 24-hour maintenance are provided for added convenience.
Renter brief
At the source check, 3 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 1-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $2,395/mo.
Source · RentSFNow · checked Aug 20, 2026
Three things to know
10% lower than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi
$2,395 to start, vs a median of $2,650 (within 3 mi).
Source · 1,019 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Nov 7, 2026
cats and dogs allowed
Cats: cost not disclosed. Dogs: cost not disclosed.
Source · Rentable · checked Aug 20, 2026 · RentSFNow · checked Aug 20, 2026
19th Street Oakland is 0.7 mi away
This is straight-line distance, not a routed walking estimate.
Source · Transit map coordinates
Available units
Checked 2 months ago
- 1 bd · 1 ba · Unit 120Available Now$2,395/mo
- 1 bd · 1 ba · 687 ft² · Unit 318Availability Pending$2,395/mo
- 1 bd · 1 ba · 688 ft² · Unit 416Availability Pending$2,445/mo
How the rent compares
Source · 1,019 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Nov 7, 2026
Renter facts, criterion by criterion
No overall grade — each row reflects only the fact and source shown.
10% lower than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi
Source · 1,019 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Nov 7, 2026
0.7 mi straight-line distance to 19th Street Oakland
Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip
Built in 1970
Source · RentSFNow · checked Aug 20, 2026
Shared laundry on site
Source · RentCafe · checked Nov 7, 2026 · RentSFNow · checked Aug 20, 2026
On-site parking listed
Source · RentCafe · checked Nov 7, 2026 · RentSFNow · checked Aug 20, 2026
Amenities
- Hot Tub
- Refrigerator
- Laundry Facilities
- Pet Friendly
- Freezer
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Covered Parking
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Garage
Policies & Fees
Source · Rentable · checked Aug 20, 2026 · RentSFNow · checked Aug 20, 2026
What's Around
- Transit19th Street Oakland · 0.7 mi straight-line
- GroceriesDiaspora Co. · 0.1 mi
- Dining493 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
- ParksLake Merrit In Oakland. Ca · 0.3 mi
- UniversityUC Berkeley · 4.0 mi
Nearby Schools
Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.
Elementary Schools (1)
Middle Schools (1)
High Schools (10)
Questions renters ask about this building
Is parking included in the rent?
On-site parking is listed as an amenity; confirm any parking cost with the leasing office.
Source · RentCafe · checked Nov 7, 2026 · RentSFNow · checked Aug 20, 2026
Are pets allowed, and what do they cost?
The listing says cats are allowed; cat costs were not disclosed; dogs are allowed; dog costs were not disclosed.
Source · Rentable · checked Aug 20, 2026 · RentSFNow · checked Aug 20, 2026
Is there in-unit laundry?
The listing reports shared laundry; it does not list an installed in-unit washer/dryer.
Source · RentCafe · checked Nov 7, 2026 · RentSFNow · checked Aug 20, 2026
How close is the nearest rail station?
19th Street Oakland is 0.7 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.
Source · Transit map coordinates
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