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Peralta Heights

279 Lester Ave #4, Oakland, CA 94606 - Alameda County

House

2 beds

1 baths

950 sqft

About 279 Lester Ave #4

Charming upper unit in original craftsman fourplex in the Grand Lake and Lakeshore district. Beauty with plush creamy carpet. Double pane windows and crown molding. Classic double door entry into living room with custom oval shaped window and cozy electric fireplace. Two sunny bedrooms overlook private backyard. Bathroom with shower over tub. Separate dining room leads to kitchen equipped with stove, refrigerator, double sink with garbage disposal. Separate entry/exit in kitchen leads to small deck with access to large shared backyard. Coin Laundry. Storage locker. Cats considered with deposit and insurance. Water, garbage, landscaping included. Just blocks from the lake, shopping at Grand Lake/Lakeshore Districts, shopping nearby at Whole Foods, Sprouts, Lake Merritt Saturday Farmers Market, weekly food trucks, Starbucks, Arizmendi and Peets. Near freeways, Bart and Public Transit.

RentalSource last checked: July 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM ET

Last updated: May 26, 2025 at 2:28 PM ET

Listed by: Peralta Heights

Property Summary

Property Type:	House
Rental Fee:	$2,495
Bedrooms:	2 beds
Bathrooms:	1 baths

Size:	950 sqft
Pet Friendly:	Inquire
Listing Status:	Active
ID:	81407324

Property Amenities

• Balcony/Patio

• Carpeted Floors

• Garbage Disposal

• Fireplace

• Refrigerator

Community Features

• Laundry Facilities

• Public Transportation

• Storage

Leasing Information

Photos are an example of similar units within the building, actual unit may vary. Availability and pricing can change daily and vary by lease term. Please contact us to schedule a showing.

Additional Details

House for rent in Oakland for $2,495 with 2 beds, 1 bath, 950 sqft and located within Peralta Heights at 279 Lester Ave #4 in Oakland, CA 94606. The rental price of $2,495 is 11.4% ($255) higher than the average rent of $2,240 for a 2 bedroom house in Oakland, CA and 15.6% ($462) lower than the average rent of $2,957 for a 2 bedroom house in Alameda County. Peralta Heights was advertised by Peralta Heights on May 5, 2025 at 9:56 AM ET, last updated on May 26, 2025 at 2:28 PM ET and last checked on July 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM ET.

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

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Recommended income

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$2,495

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