Studio Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA (1,151 Rentals)

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Oakland, CA Local Guide

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Oakland Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025

There are currently 453 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Oakland, CA that range in price from $743 to $4,947. 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 Hills115$2,193$743
East Oakland104$2,122$743
Uptown Oakland56$2,100$1,050
Jack London Square51$2,025$1,250
Lakeside39$2,100$1,250
Jingletown22$2,353$1,495
Chinatown21$2,055$1,250
Westlake13$2,261$1,250
Castro Valley NE Outer Hayward12$1,988$1,300
Old Oakland11$1,680$1,448

Largest Available Oakland Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Oakland, CA is found at Vulcan Lofts in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood and is 1,937 square feet priced from $2,552. 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 $2,325. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work lofts1,937 Sq Ft$2,552
1080 LoftsLoft 41,800 Sq Ft$2,325
The Laureate0 Beds, 1 Baths1,400 Sq Ft$1,079
The Den0BR/1.0BA1,360 Sq Ft$1,095
CaspianA2796 Sq Ft$3,159
1176 University0BR/1.0BA750 Sq Ft$1,495
Portico WaterfrontS1720 Sq Ft$2,521
ParkerStudio683 Sq Ft$2,607
The UptownS02650 Sq Ft$2,099

Cheapest Available Oakland Studio Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Oakland, CA is the Studio, 1 bath Model starting from $743 at MacArthur Studio in the Mills College neighborhood. The second most affordable Oakland Studio is the Studio / 1 Bathroom Model at Claridge Hotel LLC. starting at $815 in the West Oakland neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Oakland is currently $2,302. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Oakland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
MacArthur StudioStudio, 1 bath$743
Claridge Hotel LLC.Studio / 1 Bathroom$815
The Laureate0 Beds, 1 Baths$1,079
The Den0BR/1.0BA$1,095
Aquatic @ U0BR/1.0BA$1,150
Hillcastle ApartmentsStudio$1,200
3301 Telegraph Ave.0BR/1.0BA$1,250
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BA$1,297
2729 DwightStudio | 1 Bath$1,302
Electric LoftsStudio A & B$1,325

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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

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 MacArthur Studio listed at $743.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Oakland is $2,302.

What is the largest available Studio Oakland Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 1,937 square feet unit starting from $2,552 at Vulcan Lofts.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Oakland is currently 383 sq ft.

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