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

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hillcastle ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Tudor HallstudioStudio,1BA$1,495
3201 Beaumont Ave.1BR/1.0BA1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lakeshore Gardens2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath1BR,1BA$2.51
3405 Dimond AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.39
Tudor HallstudioStudio ,1BA$2.99
Hillcastle ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Highland Park, Oakland, CA

Ranked #79

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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

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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