Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Merritt District Oakland, CA from $700 (76 Rentals)

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Common MacArthur
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Common MacArthur

873 32nd StOakland, CA 94608
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Artthaus Grand
Studio Apartments

Artthaus Grand

220 Grand AveOakland, CA 94610
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Nook on Valdez
Studio Apartments

Nook on Valdez

2425 Valdez StOakland, CA 94612
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Oakland
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakland

787 22nd StOakland, CA 94612
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1130 30th Street
Studio Apartments

1130 30th Street

1130 30th StOakland, CA 94608
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Vue De Lac Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Vue De Lac Apartments

1600-1612 3rd AveOakland, CA 94606
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365 Hanover Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

365 Hanover Ave

365 Hanover AveOakland, CA 94606
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547 24th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

547 24th St

547 24th StOakland, CA 94612
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Lake Merritt District, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lake Merritt District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Merritt District area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Claridge Hotel LLC. priced from $815. Common MacArthur has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $903. Here are the most affordable Lake Merritt District apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Claridge Hotel LLC.Studio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$815
Common MacArthurPrivate Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 2 Bath - A4BR,2BA$903
Common JeffersonPrivate Furnished Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,045
Northgate TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Hillcastle ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
La PeraltaSRO with BathStudio,1BA$1,245
ArtHaus ChestnutBStudio,1BA$1,273
ArtHaus BrushCStudio,1BA$1,376
ArtHaus NinthStudio1BR,1BA$1,392
Raymond Investments LLC.Studio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Merritt District, CA

As of March 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Merritt District area is the $1.81 price per square foot 1465 1st Ave Model at 1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469A in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Lake Merritt District apartment is the slo L1 Model at Telegraph Lofts starting at $3,650 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Pill Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Merritt District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469A1465 1st Ave3BR,1BA$1.81
Telegraph Loftsslo L11BR,1.5BA$2.39
2600 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Unit 26042600 Martin Luther King Jr Way3BR,1.5BA$2.08
MariposaC12BR,1BA$2.22
2445 Telegraph Ave, Unit Apt 2042445 Telegraph Ave2BR,2BA$2.37
Lakeshore Gardens2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.43
LESTER COURT, LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.44
Fountainbleau Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.28
Lee St. 2791BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.39
3301 Telegraph Ave3041BR,1BA$2.15

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lake Merritt District, Oakland, CA

Ranked #6

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California, including Oakland. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Merritt District Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Merritt District?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Merritt District is at Claridge Hotel LLC. listed at $815.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Merritt District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Merritt District Apartment is $1,045 at Common Jefferson.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Merritt District Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Merritt District is starting from $1,795 at Regent Darien Apartments LLC..

What is the most affordable Lake Merritt District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lake Merritt District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Common MacArthur and starts from $1,045.

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