Studio Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA (4,813 Rentals)

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Oakland Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 01, 2026

There are currently 430 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Oakland, CA that range in price from $765 to $5,071. Oakland Hills, Uptown Oakland and East 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 Hills141$2,173$1,050
Uptown Oakland68$2,100$765
East Oakland67$2,110$1,250
Lakeside33$2,100$1,595
Westlake31$2,234$1,300
Jingletown27$2,285$1,250
Jack London Square18$1,935$1,398
Longfellow15$1,583$1,350
Chinatown11$2,000$1,645
Castro Valley NE Outer Hayward10$1,598$1,306

Largest Available Oakland Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Oakland, CA is found at 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
Rose on BondStudio - Extra Large4,869 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
Telegraph Loftsslo f11,043 Sq Ft$2,450
Exchange StudiosFlat A990 Sq Ft$2,150
1080 LoftsLoft 1925 Sq Ft$1,925
Hollis OakPeralta LW Loft921 Sq Ft$2,450
CaspianA2796 Sq Ft$2,909

Cheapest Available Oakland Studio Apartments

As of January 01, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Oakland, CA is the Studio / 1 Bathroom Model starting from $765 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 $2,253. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Claridge ApartmentsStudio / 1 Bathroom$765
2430 Prospect7 Bedroom | 3 Bath$1,070
ArtHaus NinthStudio$1,198
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BA$1,236
3201 Beaumont Ave.0BR/1.0BA$1,295
14th Ave Apartments, LLC0BR/1.0BA$1,295
2701 High StreetStudio$1,298
ArtHaus NorthgateA$1,298
3301 Telegraph Ave.0BR/1.0BA$1,300
Nook on ValdezFLOOR PLAN E$1,300

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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 $765.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Oakland is $2,253.

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 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 402 sq ft.

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