Student 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA (60 Rentals)

1900 Broadway

Denizen Apartments

The Logan

Jackson Lake Apartments

URSA Berkeley

Bayview Apartments
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2510 Bancroft Way

FOUND Study Downtown Berkeley

Berkeley Park Apartments

Stadium Place Apartments

Ace Berkeley
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Modera Berkeley

Student | Identity Logan Park

Spectra Southside (Student)

The U at California

RUMI at King
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Allston Place Apartments

Blake at Berkeley

The Berkeley Place Apartments

Addison Arts Apartments

2620 Hillegass Ave.

Warring Street Apartments

The Standard at Berkeley
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SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available

2125 Hearst Ave

2325 Channing Way

2606 Benvenue Ave
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The Overture

1725 Oxford St

University Park
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Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Oakland Studio Apartments | $2,324 | $743 | $5,078 |
Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,894 | $755 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,542 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,420 | $849 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,202 | $999 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,542 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,815 | $1,315 | $10,000+ |
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How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Getting Around Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
63 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Oakland Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Oakland with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Oakland is at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available listed at $1,000.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Oakland Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Oakland is $2,894.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Oakland Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 1,350 square feet unit starting from $3,250 at 401 Derby.
What is the average size for Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Oakland is currently 687 sq ft.
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