Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA (139 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Oakland as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Atlas
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Short Term Available
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12 Months, 13 Months, 14 Months, 15 Months, 16 Months,
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Atlas

385 14th StOakland, CA 94612
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Lantana Uptown
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Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Lantana Uptown

625 16th StOakland, CA 94612
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Monogram Apartments
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6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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Monogram Apartments

421 25th StOakland, CA 94612
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Rowhaus
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Rowhaus

2500 Webster StOakland, CA 94612
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47Hundred
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12 Months
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47Hundred

4700 Telegraph AveOakland, CA 94609
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The Broadway
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12 Months, 13 Months, 14 Months, 15 Months, 16 Months
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The Broadway

3093 BroadwayOakland, CA 94611
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Rasa Apartments
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3 Months, 4 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Mo
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Rasa Apartments

459 23rd StOakland, CA 94612
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Town29
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2 Months, 3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Mo
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Town29

2919 Telegraph AveOakland, CA 94609
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Baxter on Broadway
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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Baxter on Broadway

4901 BroadwayOakland, CA 94611
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Domain Oakland
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Domain Oakland

1389 Jefferson StOakland, CA 94612
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Mason at Hive
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Mason at Hive

2350 Valley StOakland, CA 94612
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Denizen Apartments
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Short Term Available
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6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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Denizen Apartments

2323 Valley StOakland, CA 94612
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17th and Broadway
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17th and Broadway

447 17th StOakland, CA 94612
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Telegraph Arts
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1 Month, 2 Months, 3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Mon
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Telegraph Arts

471 26th StOakland, CA 94612
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The Moran
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Short Term Available
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1 Month, 2 Months, 3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Mon
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The Moran

570 21st StOakland, CA 94612
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The Union
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Short Term Available
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1 Month, 12 Months, 13 Months, 14 Months, 15 Months, 1
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The Union

532 Union StOakland, CA 94607
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Victoria Park Apts Edmond
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Victoria Park Apts Edmond

437 Perkins StOakland, CA 94610
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The Brooklyn (Furnished Rooms)
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months
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The Brooklyn (Furnished Rooms)

392 11th StOakland, CA 94607
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Common MacArthur
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Common MacArthur

873 32nd StOakland, CA 94608
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Common Jefferson
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Common Jefferson

618 14th StOakland, CA 94612
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Artthaus SIX
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 6 Months, 12 Months, 14 Months, 24 Months
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Artthaus SIX

825 6th AveOakland, CA 94606

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Oakland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Oakland?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Oakland is at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available listed at $795.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Oakland Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Oakland is $3,344.

What is the largest Short-term Oakland Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 2,745 square feet unit starting from $2,176 at Baxter on Broadway.

What is the average size for Oakland Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Oakland is currently at 530 sq ft.

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You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.