Cheap Homes for Rent in Upper Laurel Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,400 (5 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Upper Laurel area of Oakland.

San Francisco's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about San Francisco and the best places to live with original content written by our San Francisco, CA Local Expert Shannon Hilson

Upper Laurel, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Upper Laurel Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Laurel area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at MacArthur Studio priced from $743. 1929 26th Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Upper Laurel apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MacArthur StudioStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$743
1929 26th AvenueStudio1BR,1BA$1,495
Granite Pointe Apartments3 Bedroom / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1,660

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Laurel, CA

As of April 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper Laurel area is the $1.32 price per square foot Live/Work lofts Model at Vulcan Lofts in the in the Mills College neighborhood starting from $2,552. The second greatest value Upper Laurel 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 Upper Laurel apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work loftsStudio ,1BA$1.32
35th Ave3BR/3.0BA3BR,3BA$2.40
3757 39th Ave3757 39th Ave3BR,2BA$2.23
3301 E 12th St1bdrm loft1BR,1.5BA$2.45
Granite Pointe Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.16
3731 Lyon Ave, Unit In Law Unit3731 Lyon Ave1BR,1BA$3.33
3405 Dimond AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.39
1929 26th AvenueStudioStudio ,1BA$3.32
MacArthur StudioStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.65
3900 Santa Rita St, Unit 43900 Santa Rita StStudio ,1BA$4.36

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Frequently Asked Questions about Upper Laurel

What type of rentals are currently available in Upper Laurel?

There are currently 666 Apartments for Rent in Upper Laurel, CA with pricing that ranges from $743 to $3,800. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Upper Laurel ranging from $1,450 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Upper Laurel?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Upper Laurel ranges from $1,450 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,964.

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.

decorative image for A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent article

A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

decorative image for Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money article

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

decorative image for Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs article

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

decorative image for Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting article

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

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.