Studio Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA (4,805 Rentals)

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Residences at Lake Merritt
$2,096 - $2,212
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$2,002 - $3,333
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$2,096 - $3,427
Studio Apartments Available Feb 19

Residences at Lake Merritt

1940 Webster StOakland, CA 94612
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$2,189 - $2,552
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$2,181 - $5,498
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$2,189 - $5,506
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260 30th StOakland, CA 94611
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47Hundred
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$2,395 - $2,403
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$2,395 - $3,433
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$2,403 - $3,441
Studio Apartments Available Mar 1

47Hundred

4700 Telegraph AveOakland, CA 94609
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Baxter on Broadway
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$2,290 - $2,349
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$2,290 - $3,537
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$2,295 - $3,542
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Baxter on Broadway

4901 BroadwayOakland, CA 94611
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Domain Oakland
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$2,029 - $2,069
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$1,945 - $2,901
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$84
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$2,029 - $2,985
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Domain Oakland

1389 Jefferson StOakland, CA 94612
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Alta Waverly
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$2,227 - $2,548
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$2,227 - $3,724
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$2,251 - $3,748
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Alta Waverly

2302 Valdez StOakland, CA 94612
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Oakland Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 15, 2026

There are currently 290 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Oakland, CA that range in price from $900 to $6,500. Oakland Hills, East Oakland and Uptown Oakland are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Oakland with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Oakland Hills102$2,232$900
East Oakland56$2,206$900
Uptown Oakland42$2,148$915
Jingletown29$2,193$900
Westlake17$2,237$1,300
Lakeside16$2,186$1,525
Longfellow8$1,750$1,418
Castro Valley NE Outer Hayward7$1,818$1,306
Chinatown4$1,903$1,645
Jack London Square4$1,901$1,525

Largest Available Oakland Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Oakland, CA is found at The Rose on Bond in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood and is 4,869 square feet priced from $3,498. 2430 Prospect in the UC Berkeley neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 1,972 square feet and currently listed start at $1,070. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Rose on BondLoft A117 Floor Plan4,869 Sq Ft$3,498
2430 Prospect7 Bedroom | 3 Bath1,972 Sq Ft$1,070
5th Street LoftsLoft F1,904 Sq Ft$3,150
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work lofts1,662 Sq Ft$2,050
Packard LoftsLoft 71,370 Sq Ft$2,464
Exchange StudiosFlat B1,350 Sq Ft$2,510
Telegraph Loftsslo f11,043 Sq Ft$2,450
Hollis OakPeralta LW Loft921 Sq Ft$2,450
CaspianA2796 Sq Ft$2,928

Cheapest Available Oakland Studio Apartments

As of February 15, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Oakland, CA is the Studio / 1 Bathroom Model starting from $915 at Claridge Apartments in the West Oakland neighborhood. The second most affordable Oakland Studio is the 7 Bedroom | 3 Bath Model at 2430 Prospect starting at $1,070 in the UC Berkeley neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Oakland is currently $2,358. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Claridge ApartmentsStudio / 1 Bathroom$915
2430 Prospect7 Bedroom | 3 Bath$1,070
BoscoStudio - 241 sqft$1,090
Nook on ValdezFLOOR PLAN A$1,150
ArtHaus NinthFloor Plan B Studio 1BA Split Bedroom$1,198
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BA$1,236
ArtHaus ChestnutFloor Plan D Studio 1BA$1,298
Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable CommunityStudio 1 Bathroom C$1,303
ArtHaus BrushFloor Plan C Studio 1BA$1,318
ArtHaus MandelaFloor Plan D Studio 1BA$1,348

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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 Studio Oakland Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Oakland with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Oakland is at Claridge Apartments listed at $915.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Oakland Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Oakland is $2,358.

What is the largest available Studio Oakland Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 4,869 square feet unit starting from $3,498 at The Rose on Bond.

What is the average size for Oakland Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Oakland is currently 426 sq ft.

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