1501 Martin Luther King Junior Way

For Lease

1501 Martin Luther King Junior Way, Oakland, CA 94612

You can currently find 1 retail space(s) available for lease at 1501 Martin Luther King Junior Way. Designated use type for space listed here includes retail. Current retail listings at this property total 13,713 square feet. Lease type options include NNN. Expand the listing and property details below for additional information on leasing opportunities at 1501 Martin Luther King Junior Way.

Space Available For Lease 1

Contacts

Tatiana Guzman

Chromata Retail

Property Details

  • Property Type Retail - Street Retail
  • Property Size 13,713 SF
  • Date Updated May 26, 2026
1501 MLK sits at the crossroads of Oakland’s dynamic Uptown and emerging West Oakland districts, placing it in the path of the city’s ongoing growth and revitalization. Previously occupied by beloved FLAX Art & Design, the property carries a strong creative legacy that continues to define the neighborhood’s character. The area is surrounded by a mix of new residential developments, local retailers, and thriving food scene. With convenient access to major transit corridors and close proximity to Downtown Oakland, this location offers both visibility and connectivity for forward-thinking retail or creative users.1501 MLK is a distinctive retail opportunity anchored by the scale and character of the former FLAX Art &Design. The open floor plan has no interior columns and abundant natural light, making it extremely accommodating for many different uses. Positioned at the northwest corner of 15th & MLK, the property has ingress/egress access on 15th St, leading customers directly into a private and secured parking lot. 1501 MLK offers a unique blend of historic character and functional adaptability, providing a great option for tenants looking to have a bold presence in the Oakland market.
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Highlights

  • Excellent Accessibility - quick connections to I-880, I-980 and BART
  • Flexible layout - second-gen retail space with open floor plan that adapts to a variety of uses
  • High-visibility MLK frontage - strong exposure along a major Oakland corridor
  • Large windows + natural light - bright interior perfect for creative or customer facing uses
  • Rare on-site parking lot - one of the few buildings in the neighborhood with dedicated, secured and private parking
  • Strong signage opportunities - boost visibility to both pedestrian and commuter traffic
  • Surrounded by growing residential density - ideal for business seeking a built-in customer base
  • Uptown/West Oakland border location - easy access to Downtown, Uptown and freeways

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  • 95/100

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  • 85/100

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  • 94/100

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Location

  • City Oakland, CA
  • Neighborhood Uptown Oakland
  • Zip Code 94612
  • Market Bay Area

Points of Interest

  • Oakland City Center - 12th Street

    0.34 miles

  • 19th Street BART Street Elevator

    0.35 miles

  • Lake Merritt

    0.90 miles

  • Oakland-Jack London Square

    0.96 miles

  • West Oakland

    1.08 miles

  • MacArthur

    1.57 miles

  • Emeryville

    2.46 miles

  • Ashby

    3.18 miles

  • Fruitvale

    3.60 miles

  • Downtown Berkeley

    4.37 miles

  • Chevron

    0.12 miles

  • Arco

    0.49 miles

  • Shell

    0.51 miles

  • Alameda County Fueling Station

    0.70 miles

  • eVgo

    0.93 miles

  • Park Gas & Food Station

    0.98 miles

  • Propel

    1.10 miles

  • True Zero

    1.10 miles

  • Electrify America

    1.25 miles

  • Speedway

    1.27 miles

  • City Center West Garage

    0.15 miles

  • Clay Street Garage

    0.19 miles

  • 18th St Uptown Parking Lot

    0.21 miles

  • City Center Parking Garage

    0.22 miles

  • The Rotunda Garage

    0.23 miles

  • Oakland Convention Center

    0.31 miles

  • The Uptown Parking

    0.35 miles

  • Oakland Public Parking Garage

    0.40 miles

  • Kaiser Permanente Parking Garage

    0.42 miles

  • Costco

    7.81 miles

  • Roasted and Raw

    0.11 miles

  • Clove and Hoof

    0.13 miles

  • Mun-cheeze

    0.15 miles

  • Phuong Nam

    0.16 miles

  • Mockingbird

    0.17 miles

  • Ronald V. Dellums Federal Building Cafeteria

    0.19 miles

  • Rose Garden Uptown

    0.20 miles

  • World Famous HotBoys

    0.20 miles

  • Bloom

    0.21 miles

  • Ladle and Leaf

    0.21 miles

  • T & T Co

    0.52 miles

  • New Dic's Supermarket

    0.54 miles

  • LG Supermarket

    0.57 miles

  • Koreana Plaza

    0.62 miles

  • Hometown Grocery

    0.69 miles

  • hk outlets

    0.75 miles

  • Won Kee Supermarket

    0.76 miles

  • Whole Foods Market

    0.92 miles

  • Cash & Carry

    1.04 miles

  • Grocery Outlet

    1.06 miles

1501 Martin Luther King Junior Way Listing Brief

  • A property’s location contributes to the asking rent almost as much as its characteristics do. For instance, central urban locations with high walkability or suburban locations with ample parking and easy access by car will claim higher rents but offer superior access to your customer base. Likewise, the quality of the building systems and property finishes have a significant impact on how businesses can conduct their activity there, as well as on the experience of their customers.

    1501 Martin Luther King Junior Way is located in Uptown Oakland, which is home to a total of 10 listing(s). The rent for retail space at 1501 Martin Luther King Junior Way is available upon request. Feel free to reach out using the contact form conveniently included on this page to find out more about what the property can offer for your business.

  • The property includes 13,713 square feet of retail space for lease. Of this total, 13,713 square feet are Retail.

    Lease agreement conditions for the availability at this property include NNN.

    For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, use the convenient contact form on this page to get in touch with a representative.

  • You should keep in mind that different areas gradually build a reputation as hotspots or desirable corridors for shopping, eating, or other entertainment and consumer activities. So, while renting retail space in an area with a well-established high-end reputation might mean more customers that are more willing to spend, it will also place you in a more competitive environment.

    Knowing your ideal customer is essential. For your consideration, the average age of residents in Uptown Oakland is 38. The average household income here is $74,037 per year.

Contact Listing Broker
Tatiana Guzman

Chromata Retail

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