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1900 Broadway
1900 BroadwayOakland, CA 94612
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Residences at Lake Merritt
1940 Webster StOakland, CA 94612
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269 24th StOakland, CA 94612
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Upper Telegraph, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper Telegraph?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Telegraph Studio Apartments | $2,532 | $1,550 | $4,606 |
| Upper Telegraph 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,083 | $2,149 | $5,271 |
| Upper Telegraph 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,095 | $2,495 | $6,404 |
| Upper Telegraph 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,252 | $2,700 | $6,795 |
| Upper Telegraph 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,157 | $1,492 | $3,295 |
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Cheapest Available Upper Telegraph Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Telegraph area of San Francisco, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at 1900 Broadway priced from $1,492. 5939 Telegraph Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Upper Telegraph apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 Broadway | Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 4 | 4BR,2BA | $1,492 |
| 5939 Telegraph Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Residences at Lake Merritt | Studio E1A | Studio,1BA | $1,794 |
| The Lark | Studio S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,085 |
| Updated Unit In the Heart of Temescal | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Telegraph, CA
As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper Telegraph area is the $1.65 price per square foot 5312 Shattuck Ave Model at 5312 Shattuck Ave, Unit 5312 in the in the Shafter neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Upper Telegraph apartment is the 5115 Telegraph Ave Model at 5115 Telegraph Ave starting at $2,700 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the Shafter neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Telegraph apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5312 Shattuck Ave, Unit 5312 | 5312 Shattuck Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| 5115 Telegraph Ave | 5115 Telegraph Ave | 3BR,2BA | $3.18 |
| Updated Unit In the Heart of Temescal | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| The Lark | One Bedroom A7 | 1BR,1BA | $4.33 |
| Bayview Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.96 |
| 5939 Telegraph Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.07 |
| Residences at Lake Merritt | Studio E1A | Studio ,1BA | $3.66 |
| The Logan | SA | Studio ,1BA | $5.76 |
| URSA Berkeley | BETA 4 | 1BR,1BA | $7.13 |
| B28 | SA | Studio ,1BA | $7.97 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUpper Telegraph, Oakland, CA
Ranked #61
Among neighborhoods in Oakland, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Upper Telegraph Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
97 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Telegraph Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Upper Telegraph?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Upper Telegraph is under $2,715.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Upper Telegraph?
The cheapest apartment in Upper Telegraph is Residences at Lake Merritt which is listed at $2,149, while the average apartment in Upper Telegraph costs $5,795.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Upper Telegraph?
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 121 regular apartments in Upper Telegraph that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Upper Telegraph?
Cheap apartments in Upper Telegraph have an average cost of $2,442 which is $3,353 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Upper Telegraph.
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