
Student Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA Under $2,000 (38 Rentals)
Rentals in Oakland near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


Jackson Lake Apartments

FOUND Study Downtown Berkeley

FOUND Study Southside Berkeley

The Durant (new)

Hub Bancroft

Ace Berkeley

The Laureate
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Student | Identity Logan Park

Spectra Southside (Student)

Durant CAL Apartments

RUMI at King

Collab@Oxford

The Kittredge
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2319 Shattuck Ave.

2211 Carleton St

2325 Channing Way

1725 Oxford St

University Park
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2000 Durant Ave
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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 | $2,284 | $743 | $9,113 |
Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,730 | $767 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,471 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,155 | $849 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,937 | $999 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,868 | $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 Student Oakland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Oakland?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Oakland is at Spectra Southside (Student) listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a Student Oakland Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Oakland is $3,805.
What is the largest Student Oakland Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 3,130 square feet unit starting from $13,500 at 2738 Parker St.
What is the average size for Oakland Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Oakland is currently at 587 sq ft.
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