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The Essex On Lake Merritt #711 1 Lakeside Dr #711, Oakland, CA, 94612

Neighborhood: Lake Merritt

Off the market 1 bed 1 bath 917 sqft

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The Essex on Lake Merritt is a real destination in Oakland. Perfectly situated between the Grandlake/Lakeshore shopping corridor and downtown’s metropolis of new eateries and night-time vibe. Life is good at the Essex building. A 21-story dog friendly luxury building that sits on almost 1 acre. This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom retreat sits on the 7th floor with direct views of Lake Merritt from both the living room and bedroom. The floor plan is open and flexible with an alcove for an office set-up, an in-closet stackable washer and dryer, a kitchen with stainless steel appliances plenty of cabinetry and a 3-stool breakfast bar that’s just right for “creating” in the kitchen and entertaining at the same time. There’s plenty of closet/storage space with the bedroom’s walk-in closet, the double-door closet outside the spacious bathroom and the extra utility closet at the unit’s entrance. Enjoy the Essex amenities: the fitness center filled with Nautilus equipment and free weights, the great room, the computer/business center and the conference room along with the swimming pool, jacuzzi, clubhouse, barbecue pit and grassy-green patch. For those that are San Francisco bound, short power-walk to BART. Nearby public transit lines. Make the Essex YOUR home!
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Details of The Essex On Lake Merritt #711

917 sqft interior area
Property type
Condo
Interior area
917 sqft
View
City Lights, Lake, Mountain(s), Park, City
Land area
42,966 sqft (0.99 acres)
Price per sqft
$670/sqft
Address
1 Lakeside Dr #711, Oakland, CA, 94612
City of California
Oakland
County
Alameda
Condo building
The Essex On Lake Merritt
Year Built
2001
Previous price
$625,000
Sold price
$615,000
Association fees
$837
nr.of parking places
1
Neighborhood
Lake Merritt
District
Oakland Zip Code 94612
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Interior Features

2 rooms, 1 parking places
Beds
1
Baths
1
Floors
Linoleum, Carpet, Cork
Property Condition
Existing
Garage & Parking
Space Per Unit - 1, Underground
Kitchen features
Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Other rooms
Elevator, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen

Listed by

Karron Martin, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate RP
Name
Karron Martin
License number
01327947
Brokerage company
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate RP
MLS #
41029768

Buyer agent

Name
Christine Cheng
Brokerage company
Compass

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Mortgage
$1,889
Taxes
$0
HOA dues
$837
$2,726 per month
Mortgage
$123,000 / 20%
2.28%
30 years
Your amount $1,889 / month

Exterior Features

Siding - Stucco construction and more
Construction
Siding - Stucco
Pool
In Ground, Fenced, Community
Yard
Unit Faces Common Area, Unit Faces Street, No Yard

Lot details

TMK #86997
Lot Description
Level, Regular
Parcel nr.
86997

Lake Merritt neighborhood info

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People living in Lake Merritt

41%
Families with children
National average: 39%
51%
Non family households
364,979
Population
$115,095
Average Income

Age & gender

Median age 38 years
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Commute types

54% commute by car
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Education level

31% have bachelor education
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Number of employees

2% work in management
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Vehicles available

46% have 1 vehicle
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Vehicles by gender

46% have 1 vehicle
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Housing market insights for The Essex On Lake Merritt #711

$1.17m
Neighborhood average
sales price*
$911.67k
Neighborhood median
sales price*
629
Number
of sales*
$725k
Median sale price The Essex On Lake Merritt*

Housing type

33% are single detacheds
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Rooms

35% of the houses have 4 or 5 rooms
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Bedrooms

50% have 2 or 3 bedrooms
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Owners vs Renters

64% are renters
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17.83 / 20
Most Walkable
15-20
10-15
5-10
1-5
Walkability according to the National Walkability Index

The Essex On Lake Merritt building info

The Essex On Lake Merritt
Clubhouse
Greenbelt
Fitness Center
Pool
Sauna
Barbecue
Also features:
guest parking

Other details

Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Style
Contemporary
Construction
Siding - Stucco
Community Association
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Price history

Sold Aug 10, 2023

The Essex On Lake Merritt Median sales price 2024

Bedrooms Med. price % of listings
2 beds $850k 100%
Date Event Price $/sqft Source
Aug 10, 2023 Sold $615,000 670.67 Public Record
Aug 10, 2023 Price Decrease $615,000 -1.6% 670.67 MLS #41029768
Jun 8, 2023 New Listing $625,000 681.57 MLS #41029768

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Essex On Lake Merritt #711

What is The Essex On Lake Merritt #711?

1 Lakeside Dr #711, Oakland, CA, 94612 in the The Essex On Lake Merritt condominium building. This is a 1 bathroom and 1 bedroom condo in the Lake Merritt neighborhood. This apartment has 917 sqft interior space. This condo with unit number 711. It is located in the city of Oakland, California.

Does this condo have views?

This condo has City Lights, Lake, Mountain(s), Park, City views.

Which year was this condo built?

This condo was build in 2001.

Which year was this property last sold?

This property was sold in 2023.

What is the full address of this Condo?

1 Lakeside Dr #711, Oakland, CA, 94612.

Are grocery stores nearby?

The closest grocery stores are Nature's Best Food, 0.22 miles away and E & M Food Market, 0.38 miles away.

What is the neighborhood like?

The Lake Merritt neighborhood has a population of 364,979, and 41% of the families have children. The median age is 38.59 years and 54% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 64% is renter.

Based on information from the bridgeMLS as of 05-01-2024. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

Listing last updated on: Aug 11, 2023
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1 Lakeside Dr #711, Oakland, CA, 94612 in the The Essex On Lake Merritt condominium building. This is a 1 bathroom and 1 bedroom condo in the Lake Merritt neighborhood. This apartment has 917 sqft interior space with City Lights, Lake, Mountain(s), Park, City views. This condo with unit number 711. It is located in the city of Oakland, California.
The closest grocery stores are Nature's Best Food, 0.22 miles away and E & M Food Market, 0.38 miles away.
The Lake Merritt neighborhood has a population of 364,979, and 41% of the families have children. The median age is 38.59 years and 54% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 64% is renter.
Condo Sold $615k 1 Lakeside Dr #711, Oakland, CA, 94612 1 bed / 1 baths / 917 sqft Save House Remove from Saved