Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westlake Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,200 (31 Rentals)
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Westlake, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westlake?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Westlake Studio Apartments | $2,516 | $1,896 | $3,746 |
Westlake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,821 | $1,395 | $4,380 |
Westlake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,895 | $2,250 | $6,206 |
Westlake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,078 | $4,059 | $7,193 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Westlake Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Westlake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westlake area of Oakland, CA is a Studio unit found at Nook on Valdez priced from $1,295. Electric Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,352. Here are the most affordable Westlake apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Nook on Valdez | FLOOR PLAN B | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Electric Lofts | Studio A & B | Studio,1BA | $1,352 |
3301 Telegraph Ave | 304 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Monogram Apartments | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1,835 |
Hanover Broadway | C | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
Fairmount Heights LLC. | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Rowhaus | Studio SA | Studio,1BA | $1,896 |
Vern-Lee | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,998 |
Hanover Northgate | E | 1BR,1BA | $2,065 |
3761 Harrison Street Apartments | One Bed - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westlake, CA
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westlake area is the $2.89 price per square foot Q Model at Hanover Northgate in the in the Pill Hill neighborhood starting from $3,318. The second greatest value Westlake apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 355 Staten starting at $2,745 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the Merritt neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westlake apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hanover Northgate | Q | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
355 Staten | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
350 Vernon | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
298 Fairmount Ave, Unit Charming 2 bedroom 1 bath | 298 Fairmount Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
276 Adams | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
Fountainbleau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
3440 Richmond Blvd | 3440 Richmond Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
The Grand | The Chicago | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
115 Moss | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
3301 Telegraph Ave | 304 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
Getting Around the Westlake Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
68 / 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 Westlake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Westlake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Westlake is at Nook on Valdez listed at $1,295.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Westlake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Westlake Apartment is $1,395 at 3301 Telegraph Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Westlake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Westlake is starting from $2,550 at 3761 Harrison Street Apartments.
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