Californian Apartments
1940 Franciscan Way, Alameda, CA 94501
Property Summary
This apartment community offers two-bedroom, one-bath floor plans averaging 864 square feet. Residents benefit from onsite amenities including a fitness center, laundry facilities, and elevator access. Each home includes a private balcony or patio, assigned parking, and kitchens finished with granite or quartz countertops. The grounds are well-landscaped and feature gated entry for added privacy. Located in Alameda, the community is positioned near local biking and walking trails, as well as the South Shore Shopping Center.
Renter brief
At the source check, 1 unit were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 2-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $2,750/mo.
Source · Rent.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
The unit
Checked 18 hours ago
How the rent compares
Source · 437 active 2-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026
Amenities
- Elevator
- Pet Friendly
- Controlled Access
- Dishwasher
Reviews
Reviews
- Residents appreciate the convenient location and updated kitchens.
- However, the reviews highlight significant issues with management, including unresponsiveness, unprofessionalism, and unfair deposit practices.
- Several residents also reported problems with smoking violations and unpleasant smells.
- 2.8 stars across 4 reviews.
What's Around
- TransitFruitvale · 2.2 mi straight-line
- GroceriesSips Global Teas · 0.4 mi
- Dining94 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
- ParksAlameda Beach · 0.1 mi
- UniversityUCSF (Mission Bay campus) · 7.1 mi
Nearby Schools
Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.
Elementary Schools (1)
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