Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Oakland, CA Under $900 (1 Rental)
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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 |
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Chinatown Studio Apartments | $2,396 | $1,245 | $3,552 |
Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,071 | $1,600 | $7,000 |
Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,281 | $2,796 | $7,750 |
Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,173 | $3,145 | $8,182 |
Chinatown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $1,332 | $1,755 |
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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
Transit Score®
88 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chinatown
How much are Studio apartments in Chinatown?
There are currently 49 Studio Apartments in Chinatown with rent ranges from $1,245 to $3,552 with an average price of $2,396.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Chinatown Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Chinatown ranges from $1,600 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,071.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Chinatown cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Chinatown range from $2,796 to $7,750. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,281.
How expensive are Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 17 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Chinatown on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,145 to $8,182 - averaging $5,173 for the location.
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