Studio Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA (4,777 Rentals)

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Lantana Uptown
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$2,050
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$2,058 - $3,308

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Studio Apartments Available Jun 7

Lantana Uptown

625 16th StOakland, CA 94612
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Atlas
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$2,990
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$2,941 - $6,217

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Studio Apartments Available Jun 5

Atlas

385 14th StOakland, CA 94612
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47Hundred
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$2,395 - $2,403
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$2,403

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Studio Apartments Available Jun 2

47Hundred

4700 Telegraph AveOakland, CA 94609
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1900 Broadway
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$2,779 - $3,822
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$2,836 - $7,563

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1900 Broadway

1950 BroadwayOakland, CA 94612
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Assembly
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$2,295 - $2,586
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$2,295 - $5,329

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Studio Apartments Available Jul 7

Assembly

260 30th StOakland, CA 94611
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Oakland Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 18, 2026

There are currently 201 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Oakland, CA that range in price from $800 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 Hills69$2,328$800
East Oakland38$2,072$895
Uptown Oakland20$2,184$895
Jingletown17$1,915$895
Lakeside16$2,189$1,245
Longfellow10$1,414$1,354
Westlake8$2,573$2,138
Jack London Square7$2,077$1,245
Chinatown6$2,180$1,245
Castro Valley NE Outer Hayward5$1,795$1,586

Largest Available Oakland Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Oakland, CA is found at 5th Street Lofts in the West Oakland neighborhood and is 1,904 square feet priced from $3,280. 1080 Lofts in the Fruitvale Station neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 1,800 square feet and currently listed start at $2,455. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
5th Street LoftsLoft F1,904 Sq Ft$3,280
1080 LoftsLoft 41,800 Sq Ft$2,455
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work lofts1,662 Sq Ft$2,050
2737 Durant Avenue0BR/1.0BA1,186 Sq Ft$1,125
Exchange StudiosFlat A990 Sq Ft$2,465
The UptownS04776 Sq Ft$2,317
ParkerStudio683 Sq Ft$2,905
CaspianA2683 Sq Ft$3,157
Fourth Street EastThe Harrison Deluxe602 Sq Ft$2,431

Cheapest Available Oakland Studio Apartments

As of May 18, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Oakland, CA is the SRO Model starting from $895 at Claridge Hotel LP. in the West Oakland neighborhood. The second most affordable Oakland Studio is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at 2737 Durant Avenue starting at $1,125 in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Oakland is currently $2,350. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Claridge Hotel LP.SRO$895
2737 Durant Avenue0BR/1.0BA$1,125
Nook on ValdezFLOOR PLAN A$1,150
La PeraltaSRO with Bath$1,245
PiedmontStudio Income-Restricted$1,300
2729 DwightStudio | 1 Bath$1,302
Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable CommunityStudio 1 Bathroom C$1,303
3201 Beaumont Ave.0BR/1.0BA$1,350
ArtHaus 820Floor Plan A Studio 1BA$1,354
Oak VillageStudio$1,358

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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 Hotel LP. listed at $895.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Oakland is $2,350.

What is the largest available Studio Oakland Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 1,904 square feet unit starting from $3,280 at 5th Street Lofts.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Oakland is currently 465 sq ft.

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