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Jack London Square

A produce vendor stands behind his stall stacked with varieties of fruit, including bananas, citrus, apples, and strawberries. He is at a farmers' market near Jack London Square.

Best Farmers' Markets Near Fourth Street East

Learn more about the best markets in the Jack London Square District near Fourth Street East.

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smiling woman under jack London square sign - courtesy of @CheyCheyFromTheBay

Living in Jack London Square

Here’s a guide to a few of the things that make living in Oakland's Jack London Square neighborhood so special.

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Expansive, sunny windows in a studio apartment for rent in Oakland, Ca at Fourth Street East.

Floorplan Feature: Studio Apartment in Oakland, CA

A studio apartment for rent in Oakland, CA that is designed for more, not less. Experience luxury details, expansive windows, and more.

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Image of the Jack London Square hotel on the waterfront in Oakland. Our building for Fourth Street East is near Jack London Square and has Bay Bridge view apartments.

An Apartment with a View — of History

Our Bay Bridge view apartments in Oakland, CA are surrounded by not only views but of rich history. Learn more about our luxury apartments.

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outdoor bocce at plank restaurant in jack London square, oakland

Why Live in Oakland? The Real Perks

Oakland is increasingly recognized as the place to live in the Bay Area. Here's why.

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Pet-Friendly Amenities

Near the green spaces and parks of Jack London Square, Fourth Street East offers spacious, cat and dog-friendly apartments with an on-site pet spa and more.

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A vibrant street scene at Oakland’s Día de los Muertos Festival in Fruitvale, with families, dancers in colorful traditional dresses, artisan tents, and decorative papel picado banners overhead.

Oakland's Annual Día de los Muertos Festival

Explore one of the city's most cherished cultural events, drawing tens of thousand attendees each fall.

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Chinese lion dance costumes on display at a shop

Chinatown Street Festival

It's time yet again for this awesome celebration of Chinese culture in Oakland.

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4th of July in the Bay Area

Ready to have a blast this 4th of July? The Bay Area has plenty for you to enjoy.

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A waterfront path at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park in Oakland with benches, young trees, and white maritime bollards, looking out toward the San Francisco skyline and the Bay Bridge across the water.

Middle Harbor Shoreline Park

Discover restored shoreline, big bay views, and Oakland’s maritime history at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park.

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