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Merritt, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Merritt?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merritt 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,713 | $2,025 | $3,800 |
| Merritt 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,458 | $2,800 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Merritt Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Merritt Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merritt area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Hillcastle Apartments priced from $1,200. La Peralta has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,245. Here are the most affordable Merritt apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcastle Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| La Peralta | SRO with Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| Raymond Investments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merritt, CA
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merritt 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 Merritt apartment is the 498 Capital St Model at 498 Capital St, Unit 5 starting at $3,300 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the Laney neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merritt apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469A | 1465 1st Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 498 Capital St, Unit 5 | 498 Capital St | 3BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 1231 E 19th St, Unit 1231 | 1231 E 19th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| The Chase Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Lakeshore Gardens | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Euclid Apartments LLC. | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Allegro at Jack London Square | Golden Gate | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 696 Athol Ave, Unit 104 | 696 Athol Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Lake Hill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| LakePark Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
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There are currently 1315 Apartments for Rent in Merritt, CA with pricing that ranges from $875 to $8,007. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merritt ranging from $1,450 to $4,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merritt ranges from $1,450 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,451.
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