1 Lakeside Dr APT 410, Oakland, CA, 94612
About This Home
The Essex is a Luxurious & Sophisticated Condominium on the shores of Lake Merritt in Oakland. Enjoy the comforts of an urban vibe and effortless lifestyle - conveniently located by Lake Merritt’s natural surroundings and downtown Oakland’s dining and shops. This stunning 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom with hardwood flooring, carpet, bathroom tiles, stainless kitchen appliances, and new paint throughout. A large living space with direct curved balcony view of Lake Merritt. 1 parking space in a secured garage, HOA amenities: 24/7 lobby front desk; Pool; Spa; Fitness Center; Library; Conference Room + more. Conveniently located near BART and public transportation.
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Excellent Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Existing
- Year built: 2001
Materials
- Construction materials: Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Microwave,Free-Standing Range,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer
- Laundry features: Dryer,Washer,In Unit
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Elevator
- Window features: Window Coverings
- Flooring: Tile,Carpet,Wood
- Fireplace features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 740
- Total interior livable area: 740 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 86966
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three or More Stories,One
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Exterior features: Unit Faces Street,Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage,Space Per Unit - 1
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Coastal Flooding
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Alameda County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,149 | $25,788 |
| Home Insurance * | $368 | $4,416 |
| Property Taxes | $579 | $6,948 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $3,494 | $41,928 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-06 | Listed for sale | $425,000 |
| 2014-07-11 | Sold | $395,000 |
| 2014-05-30 | Listed for sale | $379,000 |
| 2013-08-24 | Listing removed | $350,000 |
| 2013-06-26 | Listed for sale | $350,000 |
| 2004-12-27 | Sold | $342,500 |
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