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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: January 13, 2026

There are currently 1094 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Oakland, CA that range in price from $1,250 to $28,381. 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 Hills331$2,604$1,250
East Oakland216$2,383$1,295
Jingletown105$2,399$1,295
Castro Valley NE Outer Hayward81$2,100$1,617
Lakeside81$2,640$1,545
Uptown Oakland72$2,589$1,545
Jack London Square60$2,413$1,545
Chinatown59$2,413$1,895
Westlake59$2,645$1,710
Longfellow9$2,300$1,850

Largest Available Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Oakland, CA is found at Icon At Park in the MacArthur Maze neighborhood and is 1,490 square feet priced from $3,868. 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 $895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Icon At ParkPlan 1J1,490 Sq Ft$3,868
The Den1BR/1.0BA1,360 Sq Ft$895
LaunchD11,131 Sq Ft$3,599
Allegro at Jack London SquareBay + Office1,120 Sq Ft$2,470
Hollis OakApgar1,017 Sq Ft$2,667
VesprA13 1 Bedroom971 Sq Ft$3,397

Cheapest Available Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 13, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Oakland, CA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $895 at The Den in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Oakland 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 2731 Durant Ave starting at $895 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Oakland is currently $2,610. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Den1BR/1.0BA$895
2731 Durant Ave1BR/1.0BA$895
HeliosShared Double$950
Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable CommunityStudio 1 Bathroom B$1,024
Casa ZimbabweRidge House Triples$1,030
Spectra Southside (Student)Single$1,099
The Harmony CollectiveSuite D - Furnished Rooms - Shared Bathroom$1,250
Oakland Station1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,424
2554 E 16th Street1 Bedroom$1,488
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.

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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 The Den listed at $895.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Oakland is $2,610.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 1,490 square feet unit starting from $3,868 at Icon At Park.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Oakland is currently 632 sq ft.

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