
Cheap Student Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA from $500 (29 Rentals)
Rentals in Oakland near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.
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Jackson Lake Apartments

SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available

Spectra Southside (Student)

Student | Identity Logan 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 | $2,297 | $743 | $4,673 |
Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,703 | $780 | $6,000 |
Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,478 | $800 | $7,750 |
Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,253 | $849 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,028 | $999 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,095 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,384 | $1,315 | $10,000+ |
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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
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 Cheap Oakland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oakland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oakland is at MacArthur Studio listed at $743.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment is $995 at Oakland Station Senior.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oakland Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakland is starting from $1,000 at The Berk.
What is the most affordable Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Student | Identity Logan Park and starts from $849.
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