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1900 Broadway
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$1,542 - $8,095
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1900 Broadway

1950 BroadwayOakland, CA 94612
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Prescott Station
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$1,775 - $2,677
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$1,775 - $2,677
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Prescott Station

2121 Wood StOakland, CA 94607
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Bay Living Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Life and Renting in San Francisco, CA

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Emeryville, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Emeryville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Emeryville, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at FOUND Study Southside Berkeley in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $845. Claridge Hotel LP. in the West Oakland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Emeryville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
FOUND Study Southside Berkeley4x2 - Double - Berkeley 26-274BR,2BA$845
Claridge Hotel LP.SROStudio,$895
HeliosHelios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027...1BR,1BA$950
The Lair3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$992
Northgate TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Secure Your Dream Home at RUMI – Fully Furnished Units with Stunning Views!2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1,062
ArtHaus NorthgateFloor Plan A Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,198
The Harmony CollectiveSuite A - Unfurnished Room - Shared Bathroom1BR,$1,200
La PeraltaSRO with BathStudio,1BA$1,245
ArtHaus 820Floor Plan A Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,332

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emeryville, CA

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emeryville area is the $2.42 price per square foot 874 36th St Model at 874 36th St, Unit C in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Emeryville apartment is the Loft C Model at 5th Street Lofts starting at $2,865 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the West Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emeryville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
874 36th St, Unit C874 36th St3BR,2BA$2.42
5th Street LoftsLoft CStudio ,1BA$2.12
2600 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Unit 26042600 Martin Luther King Jr Way3BR,1.5BA$2.17
4538 Martin Luther King Jr Way4538 Martin Luther King Jr Way1BR,1BA$2.50
1176 University1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.90
ArtHaus DwightE25BR,2BA$1.71
Secure Your Dream Home at RUMI – Fully Furnished Units with Stunning Views!2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.12
635 El Dorado Ave1032BR,1BA$2.47
Alice Court1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.33
ArtHaus TelegraphCal Suite4BR,2BA$1.70

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Bay area for affordable living. Find your perfect San Francisco Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Emeryville Overview

Emeryville is a suburb of San Fransisco and is a great place to rent an apartment. It has plenty of activities in the area for you to enjoy and is considered to be a growing area just outside of San Fransisco.

Why live in Emeryville, CA?

One of the best aspects of Emeryville is the fact that you will have close access to the bay. Having an apartment in the area also means that you will access to some great nightlife and a high density of restaurants in the area. There are plenty of parks that you can visit in the area that are perfect for the entire family to enjoy. You will also find that the area's economy is booming and that there are more job opportunities popping up over time. 

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Emeryville, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emeryville Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Emeryville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Emeryville is at Claridge Hotel LP. listed at $895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Emeryville Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Emeryville Apartment is $950 at Helios.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Emeryville Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Emeryville is starting from $1,062 at Secure Your Dream Home at RUMI – Fully Furnished Units with Stunning Views!.

What is the most affordable Emeryville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Emeryville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Lair and starts from $992.

Expert Rental Resources

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