1830 Lakeshore Ave

The Merritt Royal is a mid-rise condominium building constructed in 1971, located directly across from Lake Merritt in Oakland’s Cleveland Heights neighborhood. The property offers primarily two-bedroom, two-bath residences arranged across multiple floors with many end- and corner-unit layouts that capture lake and treetop views. Interior characteristics commonly found in units include open living/dining plans, fireplaces, enclosed balconies or sunrooms, breakfast bars, updated kitchens with islands or peninsula counters, and a mix of hardwood, engineered, or refinished concrete floors. Common-area features include a gated secure garage with designated parking, interior access from the garage, shared laundry facilities, and building-level fitness and sauna spaces. The lobby has been updated in some units’ marketing materials and the building provides additional storage options for residents. Pet-friendly policies are referenced in listings, and assigned covered parking is typical. The location is highly walkable (Walk Score ~90), placing residents steps from Lake Merritt’s paths, the Grand Lake and Lakeshore shopping districts, weekly farmers market, theaters, grocery options, dining, and multiple transit connections including bus lines and the Lake Merritt BART station. The overall character blends mid-century construction with a succession of modern unit renovations, promoting lakeside urban living with convenient commuting access and community-oriented neighborhood amenities.