Question 1

What is the Oakstop California Ballroom?

Accepted Answer

The California Ballroom is Oakstop's 5,000 square foot event space at 1736 Franklin Street in Oakland, according to Oakstop's site.

The site also lists the Broadway Event Hall, a 4,000 square foot hall with a stage, and gallery suites of 1,500 to 2,000 square feet. Event bookings run through Oakstop's own events team rather than the office listings.

Question 2

Does Oakstop offer private offices?

Accepted Answer

Yes — private offices are the product Oakstop lists, with nine private office listings across its three Oakland buildings.

Oakstop's site describes its office workspace as furnished with workstation desks and chairs, and aimed at artists, startups, nonprofits and freelancers. Each listing shows the size and price of that office.

Question 3

Does Oakstop have meeting rooms?

Accepted Answer

Yes — one of Oakstop's three buildings in Oakland records a meeting room, bookable at a charge. Meeting rooms are not listed as separately bookable spaces here; Oakstop arranges them at the center.

Oakstop's site names the Merritt Meeting Room at 350 square feet and the California Meeting Room at 1,000 square feet, and its dedicated desk and office plans include monthly meeting room hours.

Question 4

Does Oakstop offer mail service?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Oakstop's site lists a Mail Service plan from $20 a month, under which it receives and signs for your mail, notifies you and secures it in a dedicated slot.

All three buildings listed here record mail handling, and Oakstop's Office Services plan includes mail service. If you plan to use the address for company filings, confirm with the California Secretary of State.

Question 5

What is included at Oakstop?

Accepted Answer

Every Oakstop building listed in Oakland records 24/7 access, furnished space, air conditioning, a kitchen, reception, mail handling, printing, a business lounge, parking and disabled access.

Oakstop's site adds free coffee and tea for members. Meeting room hours vary by plan, so check the listing and your agreement for what sits inside the monthly fee.

Question 6

What terms does Oakstop offer?

Accepted Answer

Oakstop offices can be taken on terms from a single month to 12, 24 months or longer, depending on the office and the building.

Oakstop's site prices its memberships by the month, with day passes for single visits. Confirm the notice period, and whether you renew or move out at the end of your term, in the agreement before you sign.

Question 7

How do I visit Oakstop?

Accepted Answer

To visit Oakstop, inquire on the listing for the office you like and the operator confirms a time; its site lists hours of Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, at both Broadway buildings.

Weekend visits at Broadway, and visits at the Telegraph building, are by appointment. Bring your headcount, start date and budget so you see offices that fit.

Question 8

Can I get a coworking membership at Oakstop?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Oakstop's site lists coworking memberships in Oakland:
• Drop-in day passes at $15 a day
• Open coworking from $50 a month, with optional 24/7 access
• Dedicated desks from $250 a month, with 4+ meeting room hours

Coworking desks are not among the spaces listed here, so inquire directly with Oakstop about desk memberships.

Question 9

How much does an Oakstop private office cost in Oakland?

Accepted Answer

Oakstop private offices in Oakland, United States average USD 583 per desk per month across the listings on Office Hub, all of which are private offices.

Oakstop's own site lists its Office Services plan from $800 a month, with 24/7 access, mail service and 12 meeting room hours a month. Your price depends on the building, the office size and the term.

Question 10

Where are Oakstop's locations in Oakland?

Accepted Answer

Oakstop has three buildings listed in Oakland, California.

Its site gives addresses at 1721 Broadway, 2323 Broadway and 1740 Telegraph Avenue, plus the California Ballroom at 1736 Franklin Street, which it uses for events. Compare the listed buildings by address, office size and price before arranging a visit.