Cheap Homes for Rent in Outer East Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $2,000 (18 Rentals)

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Outer East Oakland, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer East Oakland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East Oakland area of San Francisco, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Brookfield Place priced from $1,032. Granite Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,660. Here are the most affordable Outer East Oakland apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brookfield Place3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1,032
Granite Pointe Apartments3 Bedroom / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1,660
Boathouse LoftsSmall Unit1BR,1BA$1,900
Soji by Trion Living1x1 Partial1BR,1BA$1,950
Wavecrest Lanai ApartmentsUpper 1 BR no balcony1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Oakland, CA

As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer East Oakland area is the $2.53 price per square foot 3Bd / 2.5Bath Townhome Model at Aurora Cottage in the in the West San Leandro neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Outer East Oakland apartment is the Residence 3 Luxury Model at Tower Apartment Homes starting at $3,410 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Aurora Cottage3Bd / 2.5Bath Townhome3BR,2.5BA$2.53
Tower Apartment HomesResidence 3 Luxury2BR,2BA$2.78
1238 Broadway, Unit B1238 Broadway2BR,2BA$2.55
Brookfield Place3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.02
Boathouse LoftsLarge Unit W/Clerestory2BR,2BA$2.63
Shoreline Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$3.03
Granite Pointe Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.16
GATEWAY APARTMENTS1x1 A11BR,1BA$3.33
Soji by Trion Living1x1 Reno1BR,1BA$3.15
5735 Avenal Ave, Unit 2055735 Avenal AveStudio ,1BA$2.73

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Frequently Asked Questions about Outer East Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in Outer East Oakland?

There are currently 990 Apartments for Rent in Outer East Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $767 to $6,893. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer East Oakland ranging from $2,000 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Outer East Oakland?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Outer East Oakland ranges from $2,000 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,150.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Outer East Oakland?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Outer East Oakland range from $2,247 to $5,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,850 to $5,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,350.

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