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Choosing a workspace

How to compare coworking and office space in Oakland

A practical checklist of the questions worth asking any workspace provider before you sign, and how STAK Space answers each one.

The questions that matter

Use this list on every tour. The answers in the last column are ours; ask every provider the same questions so you can compare like for like.

QuestionWhy it mattersSTAK Space
Term lengthLong leases tie up cash and limit how you grow.Standard agreements are month-to-month, with discounts for longer commitments.
Published pricingYou should know the starting number before you tour.Coworking from $299/month, HQ from $499/month, private offices from $899/month.
Access hoursDeadlines do not stop at 6 PM.24/7 building access for members through the STAK app.
Meeting roomsHourly room charges can add up.3 complimentary conference room hours on Basic and 5 on HQ each month, plus discounts on extra bookings and unlimited booth access.
Getting thereA long commute is a cost your team pays every day.About a three-minute walk from 19th Street Oakland BART, with parking at the 1901 Franklin garage next door.
AmenitiesThe space should work for focus, meetings and downtime.47,000+ sq ft of amenities, including a 39th-floor penthouse lounge and a 6,000+ sq ft fitness center (HQ).
EventsYour space should be able to host your launch or all-hands.Six event rooms for 50–175 guests, a dining room with a covered courtyard and chef-led catering.
GuestsClients and collaborators need a smooth arrival.Members can host up to two guests at a time, registered in the STAK app and checked in at the front desk.
Try before you commitA floor plan never tells the whole story.Every tour includes a complimentary day pass, valid that day from 9 AM–5 PM.
The fine printDeposits, taxes and add-ons change the real monthly cost.Ask us for a full quote. Our free-month offer, for example, applies to the base membership rate only and excludes deposits, taxes and add-ons.

STAK Space details are current as of October 2026 and may change. Prices shown are starting prices; final pricing depends on space, membership tier and availability. Offers are subject to terms.

Meeting booths at STAK Space
On your tour

Five things to check in person

  • Sit in a meeting room and a phone booth. Can you hear the next room?
  • Test the Wi-Fi where you would actually work.
  • Ask what is included and what is billed by the hour or page.
  • Walk the route from transit or parking the way your team will.
  • Ask how notice periods, plan changes and guest policies work.

Frequently asked questions

Is coworking cheaper than a traditional lease?

It depends on team size, term and what is included. Compare the full monthly cost, including deposits, taxes, meeting rooms and add-ons, against the length of commitment each option requires.

What is the minimum commitment at STAK Space?

Standard agreements are month-to-month, and we offer discounts for longer commitments.

Can I change plans later?

Yes. Members can change their monthly plan with 30 days’ notice before the next billing cycle.

How do I compare options side by side?

Book a tour, bring this checklist, and ask our team for a full written quote for the space you need.

Tour today. Stay and work free.

Every tour comes with a complimentary day pass, so you can settle in and try STAK Space for yourself.

Day pass valid the day of your tour, 9 AM–5 PM. One per person.

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