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6/15/25 $2,800 1,000Sq. Ft.
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1254 E 12th St

1254 E. 12th Street, #2 Oakland Large Urban Live Work Artist Loft ~1,000 Square Feet All Utilities Included, Not Internet, Laundry On-Site Pet Friendly Available Now $2,800/ Month

Creative Urban Live/Work Loft – Artist’s Compound – 1254 E. 12th St....
#2, Oakland
~1,000 Sq. Ft. | $2,800/Month | Available Now
All Utilities Included (Except Internet) | Pet-Friendly | On-Site FREE Laundry
Discover your next inspiring space in the heart of Oakland’s vibrant artist community. Located within a unique, gated 6-unit artist compound, this expansive live/work loft offers style, flexibility, and community—perfect for creatives, remote workers, or anyone seeking a dynamic and spacious urban home.
? The Space:
• Approximately 1,000 square feet with shared communal yard space
• Two-story layout with two separate, lofted spaces
• Open-concept living/dining area with modern finishes
• Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances: gas stove, dishwasher, refrigerator
• Renovated bathroom with spa-style shower
• Polished concrete floors, high ceilings, and tons of natural light
• Flexible layout—ideal for a large bedroom, studio, office, or second living room
? The Compound:
• Shared courtyard perfect for hanging out, doing yoga, BBQs, or letting your dog roam
• Secure with a gated entrance
• Built in 1968, fully renovated in 2017
? The Neighborhood:
Nestled between the Clinton, Peralta/Laney, and San Antonio districts—just blocks from San Antonio Park, Franklin Rec Center, Zide Door, and local favorite Philomena Restaurant. You’re minutes to Downtown Oakland, Alameda, Emeryville, Berkeley, SF, BART, and all major freeways.
No car? No problem. You’re in the center of it all.
TERMS: Available Now!
$2,800 /Month
Security deposit: One Month’s rent/ $2,800
One-year lease term
Tenant pays: Internet, Owner pays: All Utilities and Maintenance

Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis with additional pet deposit. NOT PET RENT.
No smoking/ NOT Furnished

$40 Non-refundable rental application fee per applicant over 18 years old. Prospective tenants must have a ***700 FICO Score*** and make ***2.5x the monthly rental amount in provable income***. Applicants with credit scores in the 500’s will NOT be considered as policy. Please reach out to agent with questions before you apply if you’re unsure.

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***Please note that all showings are by appointment only. Most showings are multiple party showings while inside the unit. You are encouraged to wear a mask if you’d like but it is not required. We ask that you keep a safe 6-foot distance from others outside your party. If you are uncomfortable viewing with others in the unit, you may request to go last and tour the unit alone. Thank you for your patience while we continue to navigate this changing and challenging process.

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Amenities

Unit Features

  • Ceiling Fans
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Extra Storage
  • Garden/Yard
  • Heat - Central
  • Heat - Floor/Wall
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Smoke-Free
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Storage Space Included

Laundry

  • Laundry Access
  • Laundry Room in Community

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Move-In Fees

  • Broker Fee
    $0

Security

  • Gated Community

Shopping Centers

Merritt Shopping CenterWalk: 19 min (1.0 mi)
Park Street LandingWalk: 32 min (1.7 mi)
Marina Village Shopping CenterWalk: 51 min (2.7 mi)

Military

Oakland/US Naval Supply CenterDrive: 8 min (4.4 mi)
Alameda/US Naval Air Station AlamedaDrive: 11 min (4.8 mi)
Oakland Army BaseDrive: 12 min (5.2 mi)

Transit / Subway

Lake MerrittWalk: 23 min (1.2 mi)
12Th St Oakland City Center StationWalk: 32 min (1.7 mi)
12Th Street / Oakland City CenterWalk: 33 min (1.7 mi)
OaklandWalk: 31 min (1.6 mi)
Fruitvale StationWalk: 32 min (1.7 mi)
19Th St Oakland StationWalk: 37 min (1.9 mi)
EmeryvilleDrive: 11 min (6.1 mi)
BerkeleyDrive: 14 min (8.2 mi)

Airports

Metro Oakland InternationalDrive: 12 min (7.6 mi)
San Francisco InternationalDrive: 38 min (25.0 mi)

Colleges and Universities Nearby

Laney CollegeWalk: 16 min (0.9 mi)
Lincoln University, OaklandWalk: 33 min (1.7 mi)
Samuel Merritt UniversityWalk: 53 min (2.7 mi)
College of AlamedaWalk: 54 min (2.8 mi)

Parks and Recreation

Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic TrailWalk: 26 min (1.4 mi)
Oakland Museum of CaliforniaWalk: 23 min (1.2 mi)
Lakeside ParkWalk: 36 min (1.9 mi)
Lakeside Park Garden CenterWalk: 43 min (2.2 mi)
Rotary Nature CenterWalk: 40 min (2.1 mi)

Ratings

Walker's Paradise

91

Walk Score ®

Out of 100

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Good Transit

56

Transit Score ®

Out of 100

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Biker's Paradise

96

Bike Score ®

Out of 100

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Busy

61

Soundscore â„¢

Out of 100

Traffic:

Busy

Airport:

Calm

Business:

Busy

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