Chinatown Homes for Rent

Chinatown in Oakland is a vibrant neighborhood known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse attractions. The area features mostly late 20th-century condos with one or two bedrooms, often including balconies, rooftop patios, and private parking garages. On the east side, you'll find early 1900s Victorian and Craftsman row houses. Lincoln Square Park and Wilma Chan Park offer playgrounds, basketball courts, and spaces for Tai Chi, while the Lincoln Square Recreation Center hosts activities like Tai Chi and Chinese folk dancing. The Oakland Asian Cultural Center provides art exhibitions and weekly classes, and the Oakland Public Library, Asian Branch, offers bilingual storytimes and community events. The Oakland Museum of California and Lake Merritt are nearby attractions. Dining options are abundant, with around 45 restaurants and nine tea shops serving authentic Chinese, Vietnamese, and Japanese cuisine. Popular spots include Ming's Tasty and Peony Seafood Restaurant. Annual events like the StreetFest in August and the Lunar New Year Bazaar in January celebrate the neighborhood's cultural traditions. Chinatown is well-connected with the 12th Street and Lake Merritt BART stations, multiple AC Transit bus routes, and proximity to Interstate 880. Oakland International Airport is about 8 miles away. Schools in the area include the highly rated Lincoln Elementary School and Oakland Technical High School.