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Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Oakland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,917 | $2,025 | $5,800 |
| Downtown Oakland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,942 | $2,655 | $6,500 |
| Downtown Oakland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,416 | $3,100 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Oakland Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Oakland area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Claridge Hotel LLC. priced from $815. Hillcastle Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Downtown Oakland apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claridge Hotel LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $815 |
| Hillcastle Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| La Peralta | SRO with Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| ArtHaus Chestnut | B | Studio,1BA | $1,273 |
| Raymond Investments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Nook on Valdez | FLOOR PLAN E | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 1900 Broadway | Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 4 | 4BR,2BA | $1,332 |
| ArtHaus Brush | C | Studio,1BA | $1,376 |
| 3301 Telegraph Ave | 304 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| ArtHaus Jack London | G1 | Studio,1BA | $1,428 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oakland, CA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Oakland area is the $2.15 price per square foot 850 40th St Model at 850 40th St, Unit 1 in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $4,300. The second greatest value Downtown Oakland apartment is the 2335 Market St Model at 2335 Market St, Unit B starting at $3,995 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the West Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 850 40th St, Unit 1 | 850 40th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| 2335 Market St, Unit B | 2335 Market St | 3BR,3BA | $2.22 |
| 1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469A | 1465 1st Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 2804 Adeline St | 2804 Adeline St | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| 2600 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Unit 2604 | 2600 Martin Luther King Jr Way | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.08 |
| 5th Street Lofts | Loft A | Studio ,1BA | $2.51 |
| 3319 West St, Unit 3319 West | 3319 West St | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| 298 Fairmount Ave, Unit Charming 2 bedroom 1 bath | 298 Fairmount Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| The Chase Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 3301 Telegraph Ave | 304 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Oakland?
There are currently 2474 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $755 to $10,000. There are also 130 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Oakland ranging from $895 to $6,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Oakland?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Oakland ranges from $895 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,031.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Oakland?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Oakland range from $2,295 to $10,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,655 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,332.
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