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840 York Apartments
840 York StOakland, CA 94610
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Lower Hills District, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Hills District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Hills District Studio Apartments | $2,482 | $1,475 | $3,780 |
| Lower Hills District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,006 | $1,595 | $5,073 |
| Lower Hills District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,131 | $2,000 | $6,893 |
| Lower Hills District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,960 | $2,249 | $6,535 |
| Lower Hills District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,929 | $1,492 | $2,215 |
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Cheapest Available Lower Hills District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Hills District area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 840 York Apartments priced from $1,475. 1900 Broadway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,492. Here are the most affordable Lower Hills District apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 840 York Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| 1900 Broadway | Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 4 | 4BR,2BA | $1,492 |
| Residences at Lake Merritt | Studio E1A | Studio,1BA | $1,794 |
| Oxford Arms LLC. | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Park Glenview Apartments | B Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 3405 Dimond Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| Zo | e10d | Studio,1BA | $1,907 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Hills District, CA
As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Hills District area is the $2.56 price per square foot 5004 Pierpont Ave. Model at 5004 Pierpont Ave., Unit Pierpoint in the in the Woodminster neighborhood starting from $4,100. The second greatest value Lower Hills District apartment is the 3BR/3.0BA Model at 35th Ave starting at $3,650 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Woodminster neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Hills District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5004 Pierpont Ave., Unit Pierpoint | 5004 Pierpont Ave. | 3BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| 35th Ave | 3BR/3.0BA | 3BR,3BA | $2.40 |
| 2337 21st Ave, Unit A | 2337 21st Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| 2936 Brookdale Ave, Unit 2936 | 2936 Brookdale Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| The Chase Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 2132 19th Ave, Unit B | 2132 19th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 1541 E 33rd St, Unit B | 1541 E 33rd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 696 Athol Ave, Unit 104 | 696 Athol Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Oxford Arms LLC. | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| 840 York Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.70 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Lower Hills District Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Hills District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lower Hills District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lower Hills District is under $1,907.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Hills District?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Hills District is 840 York Apartments which is listed at $1,499, while the average apartment in Lower Hills District costs $4,518.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower Hills District?
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 103 regular apartments in Lower Hills District 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 Lower Hills District?
Cheap apartments in Lower Hills District have an average cost of $1,269 which is $3,249 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower Hills District.
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