3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA (1,287 Rentals)

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Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 26, 2025

There are currently 6250 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Oakland, CA that range in price from $1,999 to $9,228. Oakland Hills, East Oakland and Jingletown are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Oakland with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Oakland Hills1522$3,750$1,999
East Oakland832$3,299$1,999
Jingletown629$4,593$2,800
Uptown Oakland555$3,736$2,395
Chinatown532$4,535$3,145
Lakeside433$3,759$2,395
Old Oakland397$4,553$4,276
Longfellow343$3,847$2,800
Castro Valley NE Outer Hayward335$3,215$2,025
Santa Fe287$6,579$2,500

Largest Available Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Oakland, CA is found at One Piedmont in the Harrison Street neighborhood and is 2,027 square feet priced from $6,460. The Skylyne at Temescal has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,995 square feet and currently listed start at $8,496. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
One Piedmont3BR/2.5BA2,027 Sq Ft$6,460
The Skylyne at Temescal3 Bed/3 Bath-AA1,995 Sq Ft$8,496
The EmeryC71,833 Sq Ft$5,354
1200 LakeshoreD1,700 Sq Ft$6,700
Bayview ApartmentsTH31,694 Sq Ft$4,950
The UptownC081,691 Sq Ft$3,714
Star HarborC11,677 Sq Ft$5,274
FormaD2ph 3 Bedroom Penthouse1,634 Sq Ft$5,595

Cheapest Available Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 26, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Oakland, CA is the Select 14 Model starting from $849 at Student | Identity Logan Park in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Oakland 3 Bedroom is the Private Bedroom in Shared 3 Bed 2 Bath - A Model at Common MacArthur starting at $1,045 in the West Oakland neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Oakland is currently $4,682. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Student | Identity Logan ParkSelect 14$849
Common MacArthurPrivate Bedroom in Shared 3 Bed 2 Bath - A$1,045
2729 DwightSingle in Shared Apartment-3x2x2$1,980
Oxford Arms LLC.3 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom$2,095
1919 Market Street3 Bed 2 Bath A$2,125
Raymond Investments LLC.3 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom$2,395
580 Vernon3BR/1.0BA$2,595
Manchester Apartments3x1$2,800

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Oakland Overview

There’s a lot that could be said to convince you that renting apartments in Oakland would be one of the best decisions of your life. Maybe you’d be interested in the fact that Oakland is a smart city, it’s one of the top cities when counting residents with bachelor’s degrees. Maybe you’d be intrigued by the fact that Oakland is known for its ethnic diversity, as well as its sustainability practices. Many more facts could be spewed at you, and they’d all add up to one thing—Oakland is an awesome, hip place to live.

Why live in Oakland, CA?

Oakland is a city like no other. It lies incredibly close to another major city, San Francisco, and yet it retains its own unique identity. Oakland is a city of diversity and political activism, industry and artistry, culture, and sports teams to rally behind. It’s also known for its food, its culinary culture is likely influenced by the city’s diversity as the cuisine often features international foods, as well as locally grown produce. Oakland truly has its own place in this world, and living in apartments in Oakland would allow you to become a member of this exciting and thriving city.

Oakland, CA
Population: 429,082

Ranked #45

in US Census Population by City

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Oakland Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Oakland with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Oakland is at Student | Identity Logan Park listed at $849.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Oakland Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Oakland is $4,682.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Oakland Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 2,027 square feet unit starting from $6,460 at One Piedmont.

What is the average size for Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Oakland is currently 1,320 sq ft.

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