
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA Under $2,300 (103 Rentals)


Mason at Hive

316 12th Street

Oakland Station Senior

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Lakeview Towers Apartments

1929 26th Avenue

Oak Village Preservation
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708 Fruitvale Ave, Unit 712

2936 Brookdale Ave, Unit 2936

298 Fairmount Ave, Unit Charming 2 bedroom 1 bath

1070 54th St
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1127 E 23rd St

871 27th St

3430 64th Ave Pl

853 McElroy St

262 Athol Ave

1925-1927 E 19th St

3423 Salisbury St

524 42nd St

2524 25th Ave

2555 Foothill Blvd
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Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Oakland Studio Apartments | $2,320 | $743 | $4,534 |
Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,901 | $755 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,575 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,330 | $849 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,320 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,185 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,231 | $1,315 | $10,000+ |
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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?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Oakland Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Oakland with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Oakland is at Brookfield Place listed at $935.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Oakland Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Oakland is $3,575.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Oakland Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 1,980 square feet unit starting from $7,750 at Launch.
What is the average size for Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Oakland is currently 1,009 sq ft.
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