The Uptown: Living in Downtown Oakland
Located at 500 William Street in Downtown Oakland, The Uptown offers a vibrant lifestyle right in the Arts & Entertainment District. With a 96 Walk Score, you are perfectly positioned near Telegraph Avenue and Broadway, giving you easy access to local culture, dining, transit, and onsite retail.Which restaurants and groceries are closest?
You will never have to go far for a great meal or your weekly groceries, with numerous options just steps from your front door.- Modern Coffee & Xolo Taqueria: Grab coffee and treats or enjoy tacos and burritos, both about 0.1- 0.3 miles away.
- Aburaya & The Punchdown: Enjoy Japanese fried chicken or natural wine and charcuterie within 0.3 miles.
- Koreana Plaza (~0.4 miles): Your go-to Asian grocery market for produce, prepared foods, and household goods.
- Whole Foods Market (~0.6 miles): Located at 230 Bay Place, offering grocery pickup, delivery, and a coffee bar.
What arts, entertainment, and parks are nearby?
The Uptown is at the center of Oakland's cultural scene and relaxing green spaces.- Fox Theater & Paramount Theatre: Catch live music, concerts, and classic movies just 0.2 miles from home.
- Oakland Museum of California (~0.8 miles): Explore art, history, and natural sciences on a sprawling seven-acre campus.
- Henry J. Kaiser Memorial Park (~0.1 miles): A quick walk to a 0.5-acre park featuring the "Remember Them" monument.
- Lake Merritt (~0.9 miles): Enjoy paved lakefront trails, the Bonsai Garden, and boating options at Lakeside Park.
How close is The Uptown to transit and local employers?
Commuting is a breeze with excellent transit access and major employers nearby. The 19th Street Oakland BART Station and AC Transit stops are located just one block away. You will also have direct access to I-980 for driving throughout the Bay Area. Major nearby employers include Kaiser Permanente (at 3600 Broadway), Pandora, Clorox, and Square, Inc.What apartment homes and amenities are available at The Uptown?
The Uptown features 665 apartment homes across three distinct residences: Telegraph, Thomas Berkley, and William. You can choose from a variety of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom layouts.
Feature |
Details |
| Interiors | Open-concept kitchens with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, in-home washers/dryers, and contemporary hardwood-style flooring. |
| Outdoor Space | Select homes offer private patios, balconies, or Juliet balconies. |
| Community Spaces | Five Japanese-style garden courtyards with water features, a resort-inspired lap pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. |
| Conveniences | 24-hour attended front desk, Amazon Hub package lockers, and a cold room for deliveries. |
| Pet Policy | Up to two pets per home (120-pound limit each); $50 monthly pet rent per pet, with breed restrictions. |
Interested in a tour?
Ready to see amenities like the 24-hour fitness studio, and resort-style lap pools in person? Contact us today to schedule a tour and compare available floor plans.