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Apartment
Living Area
850 sqft
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About this House
Available 10/1: Classic Oakland Duplex with updated kitchen and bath, dishwasher and in unit laundry!
This 850 sq. ft. unit in a charming century-old duplex blends modern upgrades with indoor-outdoor living. We just finished renovating the kitchen and bathroom, and the mudroom has in-unit laundry. Hardwood floors run throughout, and a freshly painted interior feels bright and inviting.
The 1-bedroom layout feels incredibly large, with a living room, dining room, kitchen and mudroom.
Excellent natural light, insulated attic, and new windows that make climate control a breeze. Floor A/C unit included.
Step outside to a backyard oasis: pergola, natural gas grill (no propane tanks needed), and a sun-dappled avocado tree. Established planter boxes waiting for you to grow flowers and veggies! Plenty of storage in the basement.
Perks:
Walk to Lake Merritt, Champa Garden for delicious dinners, or Xochi for coffee
Easy BART & bus access, quick commute to SF
Pet-friendly with room to roam in a fully fenced in back yard.
Plentiful street parking available
Transportation is great take the 62 or 14 bus to get to BART or downtown Oakland in minutes.
12 month lease. Tenant pays for water, electric, and gas. Owner pays for monthly gardening and waste disposal services.
Pets OK with prior approval. No more than two pets; Any litter boxes must be cleaned daily. Dogs must be housebroken. No pee pads or indoor potty areas.
No smoking indoors.
Tenant responsible for upkeep of appliances, including regularly cleaning the washing machine and window AC filters as per instructions.
This 850 sq. ft. unit in a charming century-old duplex blends modern upgrades with indoor-outdoor living. We just finished renovating the kitchen and bathroom, and the mudroom has in-unit laundry. Hardwood floors run throughout, and a freshly painted interior feels bright and inviting.
The 1-bedroom layout feels incredibly large, with a living room, dining room, kitchen and mudroom.
Excellent natural light, insulated attic, and new windows that make climate control a breeze. Floor A/C unit included.
Step outside to a backyard oasis: pergola, natural gas grill (no propane tanks needed), and a sun-dappled avocado tree. Established planter boxes waiting for you to grow flowers and veggies! Plenty of storage in the basement.
Perks:
Walk to Lake Merritt, Champa Garden for delicious dinners, or Xochi for coffee
Easy BART & bus access, quick commute to SF
Pet-friendly with room to roam in a fully fenced in back yard.
Plentiful street parking available
Transportation is great take the 62 or 14 bus to get to BART or downtown Oakland in minutes.
12 month lease. Tenant pays for water, electric, and gas. Owner pays for monthly gardening and waste disposal services.
Pets OK with prior approval. No more than two pets; Any litter boxes must be cleaned daily. Dogs must be housebroken. No pee pads or indoor potty areas.
No smoking indoors.
Tenant responsible for upkeep of appliances, including regularly cleaning the washing machine and window AC filters as per instructions.
840 E 20th St, Oakland, CA 94607 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 850 sqft apartment in Ralph Bunche. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2025 with an asking price of $2,600 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 3, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,056/month.
Home Details for 840 E 20th St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Window UnitHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood |
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now |
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Exterior Home Features Lawn |
Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site |
Comparable Sales for 840 E 20th St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.30 | Apartment | $472,000 | 02/27/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,220 sqft | |
0.82 | Apartment | $1,825,000 | 10/10/25 | 1 | 1 | 750 sqft | |
0.64 | Apartment | $552,000 | 04/17/26 | 2 | 1 | 800 sqft | |
0.40 | Apartment | $610,000 | 02/20/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,230 sqft | |
0.85 | Apartment | $330,000 | 06/25/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,140 sqft | |
1.24 | Apartment | $450,000 | 03/24/26 | 1 | 1 | 714 sqft | |
1.30 | Apartment | $400,000 | 04/13/26 | 1 | 1 | 897 sqft | |
0.86 | Apartment | $360,000 | 09/03/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,000 sqft | |
1.52 | Apartment | $152,000 | 11/12/25 | 1 | 1 | 600 sqft | |
1.59 | Apartment | $444,449 | 02/23/26 | 1 | 1 | 750 sqft |
Home facts updated by county records
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Rental Market Trends in Oakland
Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,056/mo
Average rent
$2.4K
$50MoM
Available listings
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100 % Say yards are well-kept
100 % Say there's wildlife
100 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
100 % Say car is needed
100 % Say there are sidewalks
100 % Say it's dog friendly
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Oct 3, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $2,450 |
Sep 21, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $2,450 Price decreased by 2% |
Sep 5, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $2,495 Price decreased by 4% |
Aug 30, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $2,595 Price decreased by 0% |
Aug 22, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $2,600 |
Frequently asked questions about 840 E 20th St
- Is Oakland a buyer's or seller's market?Oakland is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Oakland?The median sale price in Oakland is $850K. That is down $13.33K from the prior month.
- What are the closest schools to 840 E 20th St?The closest schools to 840 E 20th St in Oakland, CA are Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School (rated 1/10), McClymonds High School (rated 2/10), West Oakland Middle School (rated 3/10).
- Does 840 E 20th St have air conditioning?Yes, 840 E 20th St in Oakland, CA has air conditioning.
- Does 840 E 20th St have laundry facilities?Yes, 840 E 20th St in Oakland, CA has in-unit laundry.
- Does 840 E 20th St have parking?Yes, 840 E 20th St in Oakland, CA has on-site parking.
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