Our one bedroom apartment is at 2624 8th Avenue (near Ivy Dr. is in an older building on Ivy Hill, not far from Lake Merritt & Grand Ave. / Lakeshore area (Trader Joe's, Grand Lake Theatre, etc.)
It has a great layout with lots of windows, excellent closet space, high ceilings, and hardwood floors. Heat, hot water, and cooking gas are all included in the rent. Approximately 800 square feet. Gentle pets are OK. This unit is on the second floor and gets lots of natural light.