1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA (4,043 Rentals)

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Oakland, CA Local Guide

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Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 30, 2025

There are currently 1332 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Oakland, CA that range in price from $790 to $5,800. Oakland Hills, East Oakland and Jingletown are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Oakland with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Oakland Hills415$2,549$790
East Oakland261$2,493$790
Jingletown118$2,689$900
Lakeside118$2,521$800
Castro Valley NE Outer Hayward112$2,141$1,231
Uptown Oakland102$2,505$800
Westlake62$2,716$1,710
Jack London Square61$2,526$1,395
Chinatown60$2,533$1,395
Fruitvale7$2,200$1,395

Largest Available Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Oakland, CA is found at The Den in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood and is 1,360 square feet priced from $2,195. 401 Derby in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,350 square feet and currently listed start at $3,399. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Den1BR/1.0BA1,360 Sq Ft$2,195
401 DerbyWork/Live 1BR/2BA C1,350 Sq Ft$3,399
LaunchD31,311 Sq Ft$4,916
The Blue Cap Lofts1bed 2bath1,274 Sq Ft$2,650
Aqua Via ApartmentsA51,100 Sq Ft$2,967
Lampwork LoftsLoft D: 1Bed+Loft1,035 Sq Ft$2,537

Cheapest Available Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 30, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Oakland, CA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $600 at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Oakland 1 Bedroom is the SRO Model at 2375 Fruitvale Ave starting at $900 in the Patten neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Oakland is currently $2,568. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available1BR/1.0BA$600
2375 Fruitvale AveSRO$900
HeliosShared Double$950
Spectra Southside (Student)Single$999
The Harmony CollectiveSuite A - Unfurnished Room - Shared Bathroom$1,150
Casa ZimbabweRidge House Triples$1,159
Oakland 34 Apartments1 Bedroom$1,231
Fourth and UFourth Low$1,296
1929 26th Avenue1 Bed / 1 Bath$1,495

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Oakland Overview

There’s a lot that could be said to convince you that renting apartments in Oakland would be one of the best decisions of your life. Maybe you’d be interested in the fact that Oakland is a smart city, it’s one of the top cities when counting residents with bachelor’s degrees. Maybe you’d be intrigued by the fact that Oakland is known for its ethnic diversity, as well as its sustainability practices. Many more facts could be spewed at you, and they’d all add up to one thing—Oakland is an awesome, hip place to live.

Why live in Oakland, CA?

Oakland is a city like no other. It lies incredibly close to another major city, San Francisco, and yet it retains its own unique identity. Oakland is a city of diversity and political activism, industry and artistry, culture, and sports teams to rally behind. It’s also known for its food, its culinary culture is likely influenced by the city’s diversity as the cuisine often features international foods, as well as locally grown produce. Oakland truly has its own place in this world, and living in apartments in Oakland would allow you to become a member of this exciting and thriving city.

Oakland, CA
Population: 429,082

Ranked #45

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Oakland, CA

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

63 / 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 1 Bedroom Oakland Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Oakland with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Oakland is at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available listed at $600.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Oakland Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Oakland is $2,568.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Oakland Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 1,360 square feet unit starting from $2,195 at The Den.

What is the average size for Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Oakland is currently 630 sq ft.

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