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Hillcastle Apartments
1431 Jackson StOakland, CA 94612
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La Peralta
184 13th StOakland, CA 94612
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1505 Jackson StOakland, CA 94612
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1900 BroadwayOakland, CA 94612
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Residences at Lake Merritt
1940 Webster StOakland, CA 94612
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Webster Eleven
1100 Webster StOakland, CA 94607
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Lydian
238 13th StOakland, CA 94612
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Chinatown, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chinatown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinatown Studio Apartments | $2,432 | $1,245 | $3,909 |
| Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,057 | $1,545 | $6,000 |
| Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,197 | $1,745 | $7,750 |
| Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,336 | $3,145 | $8,182 |
| Chinatown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,332 | $1,770 |
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Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chinatown area of Oakland, CA is a Studio unit found at Hillcastle Apartments priced from $1,200. La Peralta has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,245. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcastle Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| La Peralta | SRO with Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| 1900 Broadway | Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 4 | 4BR,2BA | $1,332 |
| The Alician Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Channel House | 0A | Studio,1BA | $1,746 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, CA
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $2.75 price per square foot Carquinez Model at Allegro at Jack London Square in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $2,970. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the A2 Model at Aqua Via Apartments starting at $2,984 with a $3.11 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegro at Jack London Square | Carquinez | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Aqua Via Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.11 |
| Alice House | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| Jackson Courtyard | Unit C (2BD/2BA) | 2BR,2BA | $3.30 |
| Fourth Street East | The Jackson Loft | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
| 777 Broadway | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| Lydian | A2 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Residences at Lake Merritt | One Bedroom A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| The Landing at Jack London Square | Bay Breeze | Studio ,1BA | $3.89 |
| Hillcastle Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleChinatown, Oakland, CA
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Getting Around the Chinatown Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
86 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
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88 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chinatown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chinatown is under $2,085.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chinatown?
The cheapest apartment in Chinatown is Lydian which is listed at $1,959, while the average apartment in Chinatown costs $4,463.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chinatown?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 75 regular apartments in Chinatown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chinatown?
Cheap apartments in Chinatown have an average cost of $1,025 which is $3,438 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chinatown.
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