
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Park Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,200 (7 Rentals)
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Highland Park, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Highland Park Studio Apartments | $1,340 | $1,250 | $1,750 |
Highland Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $1,545 | $2,850 |
Highland Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,866 | $2,550 | $3,250 |
Highland Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,464 | $2,249 | $2,850 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Park Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Highland Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Park area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Hillcastle Apartments priced from $1,200. Tudor Hall has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Highland Park apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hillcastle Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Tudor Hall | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
3201 Beaumont Ave. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, CA
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highland Park area is the $2.51 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Model at Lakeshore Gardens in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $2,199. The second greatest value Highland Park apartment is the One Bedroom Model at 3405 Dimond Ave starting at $1,899 with a $3.39 price per square foot in the Mills College neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Park apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lakeshore Gardens | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
3405 Dimond Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
Tudor Hall | studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
Hillcastle Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHighland Park, Oakland, CA
Ranked #79
Among neighborhoods in Oakland, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Highland Park Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
57 / 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 Highland Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Highland Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Highland Park is at Hillcastle Apartments listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Park Apartment is $1,550 at 3201 Beaumont Ave..
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