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215 W MacArthur BlvdOakland, CA 94611
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mosswood Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,300 (7 Rentals)
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516 W MacArthur Blvd
OaklandCA94609
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$1,508 - $4,132Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
MacArthur Commons
540 39th StOakland, CA 94609
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3807 Opal St
OaklandCA94609
3811 Opal St
OaklandCA94609
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Mosswood, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mosswood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosswood Studio Apartments | $2,038 | $1,300 | $2,545 |
| Mosswood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,666 | $1,558 | $4,991 |
| Mosswood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,534 | $1,855 | $4,132 |
| Mosswood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,356 | $2,700 | $9,174 |
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Cheapest Available Mosswood Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mosswood area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Piedmont priced from $1,300. MacArthur Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,023. Here are the most affordable Mosswood apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont | Studio Income-Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| MacArthur Commons | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,023 |
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Studio-N | Studio,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mosswood, CA
As of December 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mosswood area is the $2.78 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at One Piedmont in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $3,372. The second greatest value Mosswood apartment is the 2 Bedroom A Model at MacArthur Commons starting at $3,209 with a $3.63 price per square foot in the Harrison Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mosswood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| One Piedmont | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| MacArthur Commons | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $3.63 |
| 374 41st St, Unit 2 | 374 41st St | 2BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Studio-M | Studio ,1BA | $5.32 |
| Piedmont | Studio Income-Restricted | Studio ,1BA | $3.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mosswood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mosswood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mosswood is under $3,372.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mosswood?
The cheapest apartment in Mosswood is MacArthur Commons which is listed at $2,178, while the average apartment in Mosswood costs $6,776.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mosswood?
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 2 regular apartments in Mosswood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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