
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA Under $3,500 (405 Rentals)


1919 Market Street

Monogram Apartments

Rowhaus

Rasa Apartments

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Hanover Northgate

ReNew on Merritt

Domain Oakland

Mason At Hive
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Prescott Station

Quarryridge Apartments

Oakland Station

The Alfred

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Assembly

The Moran

Telegraph Arts

3761 Harrison Street Apartments

ANDYS at 1510 Webster Street
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Hollis Oak

Oak Grove - 351 Lester

3030 Chapman - PE Gallot

The Grand at Rockridge

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1050-1066 47th Ave

La Peralta

635 El Dorado Ave

MacArthur Commons

401 Derby

1929 26th Avenue
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The Uptown

Fairmount Heights LLC.

Lakeview Towers

Artizan

Raymond Investments LLC.

Claridge Hotel LP.

3024 Fruitvale Ave

Sunny View Terrace

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5360 Brookdale Ave, Unit 5360 Brookdale Ave

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2445 Telegraph Ave, Unit Apt 204
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2200 Mountain Blvd, Unit #1

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945 40th St, Unit D

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2869 38th Ave, Unit 2869

845 Apgar St

1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469B

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8043 Greenridge Dr, Unit #12

1424 Market St, Unit B

6618 Laird Ave

1131 88th Ave, Unit B

3810 Redding St, Unit 5
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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 | $2,206 | $800 | $6,500 |
| Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $765 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,338 | $472 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,615 | $612 | $9,021 |
| Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,237 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,211 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,970 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco
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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 Collab@Oxford listed at $472.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Oakland Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Oakland is $3,338.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Oakland Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 1,900 square feet unit starting from $2,648 at 1050-1066 47th Ave.
What is the average size for Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Oakland is currently 973 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

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Naturally, going away to college or university is super exciting in and of itself. It’s the prelude to the rest of your life, not to mention an unforgettable experience all its own.

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

