Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA (113 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Oakland as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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240 W MacArthur Blvd
$2,9601 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Feb 3

240 W MacArthur Blvd

Oakland, CA 94611
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447 17th St
$2,5301 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Feb 2

447 17th St

Oakland, CA 94612
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Common MacArthur
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3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Common MacArthur

873 32nd StOakland, CA 94608
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Common Jefferson
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1 Bedroom Apartments

Common Jefferson

618 14th StOakland, CA 94612
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Artthaus SIX
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Studio Apartments

Artthaus SIX

825 6th AveOakland, CA 94606
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The Refuge
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Refuge

4400 Martin Luther King Jr WayOakland, CA 94609
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Palm Crest Apartments
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palm Crest Apartments

1125 E 18th StOakland, CA 94606
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Artthaus Grand
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Studio Apartments

Artthaus Grand

220 Grand AveOakland, CA 94610
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Artthaus Mandela
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Studio Apartments

Artthaus Mandela

1705 Mandela PkyOakland, CA 94607
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Oakbrook
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oakbrook

1232 E 19th StOakland, CA 94606
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Nook on Valdez
Studio Apartments

Nook on Valdez

2425 Valdez StOakland, CA 94612
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Maya by Common
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Maya by Common

4045 BroadwayOakland, CA 94611
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Electric Lofts
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Studio Apartments

Electric Lofts

2415 Valdez StOakland, CA 94612
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Mariposa
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mariposa

612 Mariposa AveOakland, CA 94610
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Artthaus Hannah
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Artthaus Hannah

2850 Hannah StOakland, CA 94608
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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

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 Short-term Oakland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Oakland?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Oakland is at The Brooklyn (Furnished Rooms) listed at $750.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Oakland Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Oakland is $3,252.

What is the largest Short-term Oakland Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 3,000 square feet unit starting from $7,200 at 6380 Westover Dr.

What is the average size for Oakland Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Oakland is currently at 598 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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