Park Bellevue Condos for Sale | 565 Bellevue Ave, Lake Merritt
Park Bellevue Tower is one of the East Bay's most iconic lakefront residential addresses. Rising 25 stories from the north shore of Lake Merritt at 565 Bellevue Avenue, this 152-unit high-rise delivers what few Oakland buildings can match: true panoramic views of the lake, the Oakland skyline, the East Bay hills, San Francisco, and Marin County — through floor-to-ceiling glass in every residence. Built in 1969 and set directly within Lakeside Park, the tower is the only building of its kind on the lake, offering full-service amenities and a resort-like setting at pricing well below comparable San Francisco high-rises. For buyers who want landmark lakefront luxury in Oakland, Park Bellevue Tower is the benchmark.
565 Bellevue Condos For Sale
Building Overview
Park Bellevue Tower is a 25-story modernist high-rise characterized by its grid-like facade and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows — a design philosophy centered entirely on the building's extraordinary lake and city views. The tower contains 152 condominiums ranging from one-bedroom units to spacious three-bedroom residences of up to approximately 2,200 square feet. Every unit features walls of glass that track the light across the lake throughout the day, culminating in the panoramic golden-hour sunsets over downtown Oakland that residents consistently cite as the building's signature experience.
Amenities are genuinely full-service: a dramatic heated indoor/outdoor pool on the 6th floor overlooking the lake, a fully equipped fitness center, separate men's and women's saunas, a resident clubroom, secure underground parking, storage, and a 24-hour doorman in a gracious attended lobby. HOA fees include cable and heat, further simplifying the cost of ownership. The building has been updated with refreshed common areas, hallways, and elevators in recent years.
Pricing & Market
Park Bellevue Tower active listings have ranged from approximately $489,000 for one-bedroom units to $989,000 and above for two-bedroom lake-view residences, with larger three-bedroom units commanding $1M+ depending on floor and orientation. The building's 152-unit scale means inventory is more consistent than boutique buildings, though well-priced units — especially upper-floor two-bedrooms with direct lake views — move quickly and often draw multiple offers.
The building sits at the upper end of the Lake Merritt condo market, alongside The Essex on the western shore. Buyers comparing these two buildings will find Park Bellevue Tower offers a slightly older building with comparable amenities and a more intimate 152-unit scale versus The Essex's 270-unit footprint, at generally similar price points.
Location & Transit
565 Bellevue Avenue sits on the north shore of Lake Merritt in Oakland's Adams Point neighborhood, one of Oakland's most walkable and transit-rich areas. The building's front door opens directly to Lakeside Park and the lake's 3.4-mile walking and jogging path. Grand Lake and Lakeshore Avenue — two of Oakland's most vibrant neighborhood dining and shopping districts — are within easy walking distance, offering dozens of independent restaurants, cafes, and boutiques. Whole Foods and Trader Joe's are both under a mile away.
19th Street BART is approximately 1.0 mile from the building — a flat, walkable distance through the Grand Lake neighborhood. Lake Merritt BART is similarly accessible to the south. Multiple AC Transit lines serve the immediate area, and downtown Oakland is a 15-minute walk or short ride. All major freeways (I-580, I-980, Highway 24) are minutes away by car.
Why Buy at Park Bellevue Tower
Park Bellevue Tower occupies a genuinely irreplaceable position: it is the only high-rise residential building set within Lakeside Park itself, giving residents immediate access to the lake and its trails in a way that no other Oakland address can replicate. The combination of 25-story panoramic views, full-service amenities (pool, sauna, 24-hr doorman), and a lakefront setting at pricing 40–60% below equivalent San Francisco high-rises makes this building one of the East Bay's most compelling luxury values.
The building attracts a quiet, professional resident profile — noted by longtime residents for its calm atmosphere relative to similarly amenitized buildings. For buyers downsizing from larger East Bay homes or relocating professionals seeking turnkey lakefront luxury, Park Bellevue Tower consistently delivers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Park Bellevue Tower located?
Park Bellevue Tower is located at 565 Bellevue Avenue in Oakland's Adams Point neighborhood, directly adjacent to Lakeside Park on the north shore of Lake Merritt. The nearest BART station is 19th Street Oakland, approximately 1.0 mile away.
How many units are in Park Bellevue Tower?
The building contains 152 condominiums across 25 stories, built in 1969. Unit types range from one-bedroom residences to three-bedroom homes of approximately 2,200 square feet. All units feature floor-to-ceiling windows.
What amenities does Park Bellevue Tower offer?
Amenities include a heated indoor/outdoor pool on the 6th floor with lake views, a fully equipped fitness center, separate men's and women's saunas, a resident clubroom, 24-hour doorman, attended lobby, and secure underground parking. HOA fees include cable and heat.
What views can I expect from Park Bellevue Tower units?
Views vary by floor and unit orientation but generally include Lake Merritt, the Oakland city skyline, the East Bay hills, and on upper floors, panoramic vistas extending to San Francisco and Marin County. Upper-floor west- and south-facing units command the strongest view premiums.
How does Park Bellevue Tower compare to The Essex?
The Essex at 1 Lakeside Drive is on the western shore of the lake with 270 units, a heated pool, and similarly full-service amenities. Park Bellevue Tower offers a smaller 152-unit community, a north-shore Lakeside Park setting, and comparable pricing. Both are among Oakland's premier lakefront high-rises; the choice typically comes down to building character and specific unit availability.
What is the price range for Park Bellevue Tower condos?
Recent active listings have ranged from approximately $489,000 for one-bedroom units to $989,000 and above for two-bedroom lake-view residences. Three-bedroom and upper-floor units can exceed $1M. Contact Bruce for current inventory and recent sale comparables.
Work With Bruce Wagg
Bruce Wagg has deep familiarity with the Lake Merritt condo market and has represented buyers and sellers at Park Bellevue Tower and the surrounding Adams Point neighborhood. Upper-floor lake-view units here are genuinely coveted and rarely sit long — having an agent briefed on your needs and ready to move is essential in this building.
Call Bruce at (669) 202-8888 or use the contact form below to discuss your Park Bellevue search.