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Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 20, 2025

There are currently 2011 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Oakland, CA that range in price from $740 to $13,238. 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 Hills475$2,600$790
East Oakland302$2,500$790
Jingletown193$2,736$1,465
Jack London Square147$2,703$1,600
Uptown Oakland144$2,526$975
Chinatown141$2,736$975
Lakeside118$2,515$975
Castro Valley NE Outer Hayward108$2,121$740
Old Oakland95$2,743$1,971
Westlake90$2,691$1,700

Largest Available Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Oakland, CA is found at 2044 International Blvd - Sunny Studios in the Merritt neighborhood and is 1,690 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 $3,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
2044 International Blvd - Sunny Studiosintcommr1,690 Sq Ft$2,195
401 DerbyWork/Live 1BR/2BA C1,350 Sq Ft$3,250
LaunchD31,311 Sq Ft$6,800
The Blue Cap Lofts1bed 2bath1,274 Sq Ft$2,650
The EmeryOA21,204 Sq Ft$3,235
Mason at HiveH1,187 Sq Ft$2,575

Cheapest Available Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 20, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Oakland, CA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $811 at Oakland 34 Apartments in the Northeast San Leandro neighborhood. The second most affordable Oakland 1 Bedroom is the Private Furnished Bedroom Model at Common Jefferson starting at $1,045 in the West Oakland neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Oakland is currently $2,707. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Oakland 34 Apartments1 Bedroom$811
Common JeffersonPrivate Furnished Bedroom$1,045
Spectra Southside (Student)Single Deluxe - S$1,165
The Harmony CollectiveSuite A - Unfurnished Room - Shared Bathroom$1,200
2225 HearstFifth Floor$1,390
The Den1BR/1.0BA$1,395
2731 Durant Ave1BR/1.0BA$1,395
2430 Prospect1 Bedroom | 1 Bath$1,395
1929 26th Avenue1 Bed / 1 Bath$1,495
840 York Apartments1 Bed$1,499

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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 Oakland 34 Apartments listed at $811.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Oakland is $2,707.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 1,690 square feet unit starting from $2,195 at 2044 International Blvd - Sunny Studios.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Oakland is currently 693 sq ft.

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