Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA from $500 with Utilities Included (54 Rentals)
Apartments in Oakland where your utility payments are included in your rent.
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Oakland Station Senior

Northgate Terrace

Hillcastle Apartments

La Peralta

Raymond Investments LLC.

Regent Darien Apartments LLC.

840 York Apartments

1929 26th Avenue
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Jackson Lake Apartments

3201 Beaumont Ave.

Oak Village Preservation

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Student | Identity Logan Park

The Harmony Collective

The Laureate

2813 Shattuck Ave
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 | $2,274 | $743 | $6,460 |
Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,711 | $767 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,475 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,171 | $849 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,662 | $999 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,604 | $1,365 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,785 | $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
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- 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 $795 at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available.
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.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Shannon Hilson
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.