
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,300 (29 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the East Oakland area of Oakland.


3524 Foothill Blvd

2552 E 16th St

1607 2nd Ave

4816 Bond St

2605 High St

3520 69th Ave

399 Bellevue Ave

1943 E 29th St
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1013 E 22nd St

167 11th St

3949 Angelo Ave

1560 Jackson St

814 E 23rd St

1146 E 15th St

1515 14th Ave

2632 38th Ave

1425 Lakeside Dr
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1018 E 17th St

2332-2332 85th Ave

2426 Eagle Ave

3538 Brookdale Ave

1160 98th Ave

1218 13th Ave

1218 13th Ave

1212 13th Ave

240 Athol Ave
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1011 E 17th St

6120 Foothill Blvd
East Oakland, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Oakland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
East Oakland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,885 | $1,950 | $4,500 |
East Oakland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,583 | $2,199 | $5,700 |
East Oakland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,496 | $3,400 | $5,100 |
East Oakland 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,666 | $5,000 | $6,999 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Oakland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Oakland area of Oakland, CA is a Studio unit found at MacArthur Studio priced from $743. Hillcastle Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable East Oakland apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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MacArthur Studio | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $743 |
Hillcastle Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
La Peralta | SRO with Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
Raymond Investments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom C | Studio,1BA | $1,324 |
1929 26th Avenue | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Tudor Hall | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
Vue De Lac Apartments | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
San Leandro Racquet Club | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Oakland, CA
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Oakland area is the $1.32 price per square foot Live/Work lofts Model at Vulcan Lofts in the in the Mills College neighborhood starting from $2,552. The second greatest value East Oakland apartment is the 2651 109th Ave Model at 2651 109th Ave, Unit Single Address starting at $3,300 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Northeast San Leandro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Vulcan Lofts | Live/Work lofts | Studio ,1BA | $1.32 |
2651 109th Ave, Unit Single Address | 2651 109th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.74 |
1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469A | 1465 1st Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
1080 Lofts | Loft 3 | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
1231 E 19th St, Unit 1231 | 1231 E 19th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
2936 Brookdale Ave, Unit 2936 | 2936 Brookdale Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
150 Haas Avenue | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
1930 36th Ave, Unit 1928 | 1930 36th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
San Leandro Apartments | 1 Bedroom Available | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
MacArthur Studio | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.65 |
Frequently Asked Questions about East Oakland
What type of rentals are currently available in East Oakland?
There are currently 4950 Apartments for Rent in East Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $743 to $7,750. There are also 128 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Oakland ranging from $1,332 to $6,999.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Oakland?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Oakland ranges from $1,332 to $6,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,470.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Oakland?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Oakland range from $2,249 to $6,695, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,199 to $5,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.
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