
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA (131 Rentals)
Rental terms in Oakland as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


12 Months
1919 Market Street

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47Hundred

12 Months, 16 Months
The Broadway

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1900 Broadway

3 Months, 15 Months
Domain Oakland

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus 820

2 Months, 18 Months
The Moran

2 Months, 18 Months
Telegraph Arts

Artizan
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12 Months
Claridge Hotel LP.

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1662 14th St, Unit SI ID1569485P

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1889 Harrison St, Unit SI FL5-ID525

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10 Truitt Ln, Unit SI ID1309739P

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238 13th St, Unit SI FL6-ID1883

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6380 Westover Dr, Unit SI FL4-ID1740

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2500 Webster St, Unit SI FL3-ID1830

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6380 Westover Dr, Unit SI FL1-ID1831

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6380 Westover Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID1806

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3093 Broadway-SI FL6-ID701, Unit SI FL6-ID701
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3093 Broadway-SI FL5-ID698, Unit SI FL5-ID698

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1889 Harrison St, Unit SI FL5-ID526

3791 Latimer Pl

3 Months
680 Hiller Dr

Victoria Park Apts Edmond

12 Months
The Refuge

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Six

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Chestnut

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
Ivy Haus

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
Village Haus
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6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Linden

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Northgate

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Ninth

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Mandela

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Brush

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Yerba Buena

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
Cruz Haus

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
Station Haus

12 Months
123 17th St Apartments

12 Months
Lee Haus
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6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
Palm Haus

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Grand

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Oakbrook

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
Linden Haus

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
Garden Haus

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
Bella Haus

12 Months
1425 Harrison Street Apartments

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
The Rose on Bond

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Jack London

9 Months, 14 Months
Idora
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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 Short-term Studio Apartments | $2,266 | $895 | $6,500 |
| Oakland Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,723 | $765 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,359 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,505 | $612 | $8,945 |
| Oakland Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,278 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,466 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,196 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
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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 Short-term Oakland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Oakland?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Oakland is at Telegraph Commons listed at $765.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Oakland Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Oakland is $3,968.
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 $2,549 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 589 sq ft.
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