
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Emeryville Neighborhood of Emeryville, CA from $1,000 (32 Rentals)
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3900 Adeline

Artistry Emeryville

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5684 Bay St, Unit SI FL2-ID1988

4 Commodore Dr, Unit D438

1261 61st St

4325 Essex St

2 Anchor Dr
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3 Admiral Dr

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4 Captain Dr

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990 55th St

3272 Hannah St

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5421 Market St, Unit C

1007 41st St, Unit 415

1046 63rd St

974 63rd St, Unit B

Hollis Oak

925-931 Apgar St

1007 41st St, Unit 414
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1646 Prince St, Unit 1646 Prince B 2BR 1BA

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Ashby Lofts Apartments

St John Fairview St. (Berkeley)

ArtHaus Yerba Buena

3101-3115 California Street

3205 California St

Aquatic Ashby
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Emeryville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Emeryville Studio Apartments | $2,642 | $1,999 | $3,556 |
| Outer Emeryville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,168 | $1,750 | $4,170 |
| Outer Emeryville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,832 | $1,747 | $5,640 |
| Outer Emeryville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,061 | $3,615 | $6,596 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Emeryville Neighborhood of Emeryville, CA.
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Cheapest Available Outer Emeryville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Emeryville area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at St John Fairview St. (Berkeley) priced from $1,800. 3900 Adeline has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here are the most affordable Outer Emeryville apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St John Fairview St. (Berkeley) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| 3900 Adeline | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,999 |
| Hollis Oak | Fox | Studio,1BA | $2,314 |
| Artistry Emeryville | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
| Aquatic Ashby | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Aquatic Higby | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,595 |
| The Bridge at Emeryville | Emery | 1BR,1BA | $2,613 |
| 950 Lofts | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| Icon At Doyle | Plan 1D | 1BR,1BA | $3,471 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Emeryville, CA
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Emeryville area is the $4.10 price per square foot C4 Model at The Emery in the in the Emeryville neighborhood starting from $5,772. The second greatest value Outer Emeryville apartment is the Plan 1D Model at Icon At Doyle starting at $3,471 with a $3.77 price per square foot in the Emeryville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Emeryville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Emery | C4 | 3BR,2BA | $4.10 |
| Icon At Doyle | Plan 1D | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| 950 Lofts | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $3.75 |
| 1510 Park Ave, Unit Studio | 1510 Park Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.81 |
| The Bridge at Emeryville | Bay Bridge | 1BR,1BA | $4.60 |
| Aquatic Higby | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $5.16 |
| Artistry Emeryville | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $4.84 |
| Aquatic Ashby | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $5.40 |
| Hollis Oak | Fox | Studio ,1BA | $5.20 |
| St John Fairview St. (Berkeley) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $5.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Emeryville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer Emeryville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Emeryville is under $3,471.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Emeryville?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Emeryville is Aquatic Ashby which is listed at $2,495, while the average apartment in Outer Emeryville costs $3,358.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Emeryville?
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 2 regular apartments in Outer Emeryville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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