Studio Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA Under $1,500 (58 Rentals)

MacArthur Heights

Raymond Investments LLC.

Claridge Hotel LP.

3201 Beaumont Ave.

2624 Foothill Blvd, Unit 401

1729 Seminary Ave, Unit 2

2624 Foothill Blvd, Unit 308

3524 Foothill Blvd

Louise Street Lofts
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14th Ave Apartments, LLC

Casa Madrone

The Brooklyn (Furnished Rooms)

2042-2046 International Blvd

Hillcastle Apartments

Ivy Haus

3301 Telegraph Ave

Oak Grove - 450 28th St.

2601-2605 High St

2308 Foothill Blvd
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Nook on Valdez

2519 7th Ave

MacArthur Parks Apartments

Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Community

Pinewood Terrace

5452 Bancroft Ave

ArtHaus Chestnut

Oakland

530 24th St

450 40th St
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The Kensington Plaza

425 E 18th St

Avenal Avenue Apartments

715 Peralta St

ArtHaus Magnolia

Mark Twain Homes

ArtHaus Brush

Regent Darien Apartments LLC.

ArtHaus Linden

ArtHaus Northgate
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ArtHaus Mandela

ArtHaus Six

Claremont Towers Apartments

ArtHaus Yerba Buena

2621-2627 Martin Luther King Jr Way

ArtHaus Ninth

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The Durant

Spectra Southside (Student)

Wesley House

2729 Dwight
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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 Studio Apartments | $2,278 | $895 | $6,500 |
| Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,719 | $765 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,366 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,513 | $612 | $8,945 |
| Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,168 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,582 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,196 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
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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 $2,278.
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 650 sq ft.
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