Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Foothill Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,200 (14 Rentals)

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2624 Foothill Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2624 Foothill Blvd

2624 Foothill BlvdOakland, CA 94601
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1744 27th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1744 27th Ave

1732-1744 27th AveOakland, CA 94601
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Villages
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villages

2554 E 16th StOakland, CA 94601
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Foothill, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Foothill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Foothill area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at La Peralta priced from $1,245. 1929 26th Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Foothill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La PeraltaSRO with BathStudio,1BA$1,245
1929 26th AvenueStudio1BR,1BA$1,495
840 York ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1,499
Jackson Lake ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,595
425 E 18th StStudio - Plan 81BR,1BA$1,745

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foothill, CA

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Foothill area is the $2.40 price per square foot 2337 21st Ave Model at 2337 21st Ave, Unit A in the in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Foothill apartment is the 2936 Brookdale Ave Model at 2936 Brookdale Ave, Unit 2936 starting at $2,200 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Dimond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Foothill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2337 21st Ave, Unit A2337 21st Ave3BR,2BA$2.40
2936 Brookdale Ave, Unit 29362936 Brookdale Ave2BR,1BA$2.20
3423 Salisbury St3423 Salisbury St2BR,1BA$1.90
1777 & 1781 Sausal St2x12BR,1BA$2.72
2819 Garden St2819 Garden St2BR,1BA$2.50
2118 23rd Ave, Unit B2118 23rd Ave2BR,1BA$3.11
Bayo Vista Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$3.08
Lake Park Senior LivingStudio1BR,1BA$3.16
840 York ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.75
1929 26th AvenueStudioStudio ,1BA$3.32

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Foothill, Oakland, CA

Ranked #82

Among neighborhoods in Oakland, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Foothill Neighborhood in Oakland, CA

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

61 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Foothill Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Foothill?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Foothill is at La Peralta listed at $1,245.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Foothill Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Foothill Apartment is $1,495 at 1929 26th Avenue.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Foothill Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Foothill is starting from $2,195 at 1929 26th Avenue.

What is the most affordable Foothill Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Foothill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Peralta and starts from $3,145.

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