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East Lake, Oakland, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Lake Studio Apartments | $2,477 | $1,625 | $4,108 |
| East Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,945 | $1,737 | $4,700 |
| East Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,259 | $2,100 | $6,893 |
| East Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,612 | $2,895 | $8,000 |
| East Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $1,635 | $2,215 |
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Cheapest Available East Lake Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Lake area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Vue De Lac Apartments priced from $1,545. 200 E 15th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,737. Here are the most affordable East Lake apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vue De Lac Apartments | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| 200 E 15th St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,737 |
| 425 E 18th St | Studio - Plan 8 | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| 226 Athol | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Residences at Lake Merritt | Studio E1A | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
| 1900 Broadway | Co-Living LT-09 Bedroom 3 | 4BR,2BA | $1,816 |
| Lakeview Towers Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 231 Athol Ave | 231 Athol Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Zo | e10d | Studio,1BA | $1,907 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lake, CA
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Lake area is the $1.81 price per square foot 1465 1st Ave Model at 1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469A in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value East Lake apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Lakeshore Gardens starting at $2,495 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the Laney neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469A | 1465 1st Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Lakeshore Gardens | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| Artizan | I | 2BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| ReNew on Merritt | Merritt | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| The Chase Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 323 E 15th St, Unit 327 | 323 E 15th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 340 International Blvd, Unit 344 | 340 International Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 231 Athol Ave | 231 Athol Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Lakeview Towers Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Residences at Lake Merritt | Studio E1A | Studio ,1BA | $3.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Lake, Oakland, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the East Lake Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
89 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
64 / 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 Cheap East Lake Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Lake?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Lake is under $1,907.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lake?
The cheapest apartment in East Lake is 200 E 15th St which is listed at $1,737, while the average apartment in East Lake costs $4,584.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Lake?
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 6,304 regular apartments in East Lake 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 East Lake?
Cheap apartments in East Lake have an average cost of $1,335 which is $3,249 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lake.
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