
Cheap Homes for Rent in Oak Center Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,500 (5 Rentals)
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Oak Center, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Oak Center?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Oak Center 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,899 | $2,295 | $3,650 |
Oak Center 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,280 | $2,635 | $4,350 |
Oak Center 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,053 | $3,495 | $4,715 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Oak Center Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Oak Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Center area of San Francisco, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at Common MacArthur priced from $903. 1023 Magnolia St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Oak Center apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Common MacArthur | Private Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 2 Bath - A | 4BR,2BA | $903 |
1023 Magnolia St | 1023 Magnolia St | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Common Jefferson | Private Furnished Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Center, CA
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oak Center area is the $2.63 price per square foot 548 25th St Model at 548 25th St, Unit 1 in the in the Pill Hill neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Oak Center apartment is the Loft D Model at 5th Street Lofts starting at $2,799 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the West Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Center apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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548 25th St, Unit 1 | 548 25th St | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.63 |
5th Street Lofts | Loft D | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
2600 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Unit 2604 | 2600 Martin Luther King Jr Way | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.08 |
884 29th St | 884 29th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Telegraph Lofts | slo f2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.12 |
2445 Telegraph Ave, Unit Apt 204 | 2445 Telegraph Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
1550 8th St, Unit 3 | 1550 8th St | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
637 18th St | 637 18th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
568 Merrimac St, Unit NA | 568 Merrimac St | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
3301 Telegraph Ave | 304 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oak Center
What type of rentals are currently available in Oak Center?
There are currently 520 Apartments for Rent in Oak Center, CA with pricing that ranges from $815 to $7,522. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oak Center ranging from $1,595 to $4,715.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oak Center?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oak Center ranges from $1,595 to $4,715 with an average monthly rent of $2,885.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oak Center?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oak Center range from $1,995 to $7,522, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,635 to $4,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,592.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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