
Cheap Homes for Rent in Oakland, CA from $800 (29 Rentals)
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1086 41st St

2008 Shattuck Ave.

4348 Broadway

2909 King St

1093 Alcatraz Ave

134 E 16th St

3524 Foothill Blvd

1459 MacArthur Blvd

2739 10th Ave
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399 Bellevue Ave

1943 E 29th St

5580 Vallejo St

2916 Filbert St

3938-3942 35th Ave

2616 57th Ave

1013 E 22nd St

1009 E 22nd St

1236 30th St

1179 Keith Ave

1896 Ninth St

1425 Lakeside Dr

8 Captain Dr, Unit 358

10 Moss Ave

3801 San Pablo Ave, Unit 402

2605 High St

626 8th St, Unit #3

4 Anchor Dr

1 Captain Dr
Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Oakland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Oakland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,086 | $1,895 | $5,800 |
Oakland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,851 | $2,199 | $7,800 |
Oakland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,651 | $2,895 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,149 | $4,450 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,550 | $8,200 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,650 | $5,650 | $5,650 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Oakland, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/26/2025Current apartment rentals in the Oakland, CA area range in price from $743 to $12,500 with an overall median price of $4,987. The three Oakland neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Uptown Oakland at $815, Castro Valley NE Outer Hayward at $1,386, and East Oakland at $743. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Oakland Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Uptown Oakland | $3,608 | $815 | 13878 |
Castro Valley NE Outer Hayward | $3,649 | $1,386 | 6322 |
East Oakland | $3,649 | $743 | 15103 |
Fruitvale | $3,995 | $1,245 | 1517 |
Lakeside | $4,064 | $825 | 12235 |
Longfellow | $4,065 | $1,400 | 13841 |
Jack London Square | $4,149 | $825 | 4072 |
Westlake | $4,239 | $1,395 | 6841 |
Chinatown | $4,559 | $825 | 19442 |
Jingletown | $4,564 | $1,200 | 20218 |
Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, CA is a Studio unit found at MacArthur Studio in the Mills College neighborhood priced from $743. SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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MacArthur Studio | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $743 |
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Claridge Hotel LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $815 |
Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 14 | 3BR,3BA | $849 |
2731 Durant Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Common MacArthur | Private Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 2 Bath - A | 4BR,2BA | $903 |
Oakland Station Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Aquatic @ U | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $997 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.65 price per square foot 5312 Shattuck Ave Model at 5312 Shattuck Ave, Unit 5312 in the in the Shafter neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value 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 Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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5312 Shattuck Ave, Unit 5312 | 5312 Shattuck Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
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 |
5th Street Lofts | Loft D | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
3423 Salisbury St | 3423 Salisbury St | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
RUMI at King | Private Bedroom & Bathroom in 2B2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
2600 Kingsland Ave, Unit 2600 Kingsland Ave | 2600 Kingsland Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
Oakland Station Senior | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
MacArthur Studio | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.65 |
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakland
What type of rentals are currently available in Oakland?
There are currently 9515 Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $743 to $28,845. There are also 353 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland ranging from $850 to $14,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oakland?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oakland ranges from $850 to $14,995 with an average monthly rent of $6,218.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oakland?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oakland range from $849 to $28,845, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,199 to $7,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $999.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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