1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA (4,009 Rentals)

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Atlas
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$3,205 - $4,440
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$2,866 - $6,080

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Atlas

385 14th StOakland, CA 94612
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The Broadway
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$2,638 - $3,243
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$2,535 - $4,333

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The Broadway

3093 BroadwayOakland, CA 94611
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Hanover Northgate
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$2,830 - $4,012
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$2,505 - $5,725

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Hanover Northgate

2450 Valdez StOakland, CA 94612
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1900 Broadway
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$3,302 - $3,707
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$1,802 - $7,072

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1900 Broadway

1950 BroadwayOakland, CA 94612
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Prescott Station
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$1,875
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$1,775 - $2,677

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$1,775 - $2,677
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Prescott Station

2121 Wood StOakland, CA 94607
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Assembly
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$2,979 - $3,428
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$2,395 - $5,329

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Assembly

260 30th StOakland, CA 94611
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1050-1066 47th Ave
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$2,908
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$2,648 - $3,408

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1050-1066 47th Ave

1050-1066 47th AveOakland, CA 94601
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Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 18, 2026

There are currently 399 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Oakland, CA that range in price from $950 to $7,121. Oakland Hills, Castro Valley NE Outer Hayward and East Oakland 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 Hills122$2,846$950
Castro Valley NE Outer Hayward66$2,184$1,600
East Oakland64$2,395$950
Uptown Oakland39$2,784$1,250
Jingletown34$2,956$950
Lakeside30$3,062$1,736
Westlake12$2,886$1,845
Chinatown9$2,976$2,708
Jack London Square9$2,959$1,745
Longfellow8$3,499$1,750

Largest Available Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Oakland, CA is found at 1050-1066 47th Ave in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood and is 1,600 square feet priced from $2,908. The Den in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,360 square feet and currently listed start at $2,450. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
1050-1066 47th Ave1-Bedroom1,600 Sq Ft$2,908
The Den1BR/1.0BA1,360 Sq Ft$2,450
2737 Durant Avenue1BR/1.0BA1,186 Sq Ft$1,828
1200 LakeshoreC965 Sq Ft$4,495
The Logan1Q934 Sq Ft$3,952
Domain Oakland1L890 Sq Ft$2,702
Lakeshore Gardens875 Sq Ft$1,749
950 Lofts1 Beds, 1 Baths838 Sq Ft$2,709
Hanover NorthgateI818 Sq Ft$3,356
Mason at Hive1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom677 Sq Ft$2,450

Cheapest Available Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 18, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Oakland, CA is the Third Floor Model starting from $850 at 1770 La Loma in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Oakland 1 Bedroom is the Third Floor A Model at 2425 Prospect starting at $900 in the Telegraph Avenue neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Oakland is currently $2,686. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
1770 La LomaThird Floor$850
2425 ProspectThird Floor A$900
HeliosHelios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027...$950
2731 Durant Ave1BR/1.0BA$1,195
The Harmony CollectiveSuite A - Unfurnished Room - Shared Bathroom$1,200
Northgate TerraceOne Bedroom LIHTC$1,250
Cruz HausFloor Plan B 1BR 1BA$1,340
Fruitvale HausFloor Plan B 1BR 1BA$1,368
Piedmont1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted$1,381

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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.

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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 1770 La Loma listed at $850.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Oakland is $2,686.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 1,600 square feet unit starting from $2,908 at 1050-1066 47th Ave.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Oakland is currently 637 sq ft.

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