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1900 BroadwayOakland, CA 94612
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The Skylyne at Temescal
3883 Turquoise WayOakland, CA 94609
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269 24th StOakland, CA 94612
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Atlas
385 14th StOakland, CA 94612
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1940 Webster StOakland, CA 94612
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2028 Bancroft WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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3900 Adeline StEmeryville, CA 94608
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2025 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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Longfellow, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Longfellow?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longfellow Studio Apartments | $2,516 | $1,800 | $3,323 |
| Longfellow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $1,673 | $5,303 |
| Longfellow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,161 | $2,649 | $6,334 |
| Longfellow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,367 | $2,795 | $8,750 |
| Longfellow 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $1,257 | $1,755 |
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Cheapest Available Longfellow Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Longfellow area of Oakland, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at 1900 Broadway priced from $1,332. The Skylyne at Temescal has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,139. Here are the most affordable Longfellow apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 Broadway | Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 4 | 4BR,2BA | $1,332 |
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Studio-Q | Studio,1BA | $2,139 |
| The Lark | Studio S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,153 |
| Atlas | Downtown | 1BR,1BA | $2,238 |
| Oak Walk | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Longfellow, CA
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Longfellow area is the $2.15 price per square foot 850 40th St Model at 850 40th St, Unit 1 in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $4,300. The second greatest value Longfellow apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 3900 Adeline starting at $3,521 with a $3.67 price per square foot in the West Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Longfellow apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 850 40th St, Unit 1 | 850 40th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| 3900 Adeline | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.67 |
| 845 Apgar St, Unit A | 845 Apgar St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.09 |
| The Lark | One Bedroom A7 | 1BR,1BA | $4.33 |
| Oak Walk | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Bayview Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.18 |
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Jr 1 Bed/1 Bath-V | 1BR,1BA | $4.92 |
| Atlas | Rockridge | Studio ,1BA | $5.04 |
| URSA Berkeley | BETA 4 | 1BR,1BA | $6.88 |
| B28 | SA | Studio ,1BA | $7.97 |
Getting Around the Longfellow Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
95 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
63 / 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 Longfellow Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Longfellow?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Longfellow is under $2,835.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Longfellow?
The cheapest apartment in Longfellow is Atlas which is listed at $2,238, while the average apartment in Longfellow costs $4,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Longfellow?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 99 regular apartments in Longfellow that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Longfellow?
Cheap apartments in Longfellow have an average cost of $2,130 which is $2,865 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Longfellow.
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