New Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA Under $2,000 (64 Rentals)

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Hanover Broadway
Built in 2019Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hanover Broadway

325 27th StOakland, CA 94612
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1919 Market Street
Built in 20213 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1919 Market Street

1919 Market StOakland, CA 94607
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ArtHaus Yerba Buena
Built in 2024Studio Apartments

ArtHaus Yerba Buena

1035 Yerba Buena AveOakland, CA 94608
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4801 Shattuck
Built in 2017Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4801 Shattuck

4801 Shattuck AveOakland, CA 94609
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The Rose on Bond
Built in 2018Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Rose on Bond

1638 47th AveOakland, CA 94601
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Artthaus Mandela
Built in 2022Studio Apartments

Artthaus Mandela

1705 Mandela PkyOakland, CA 94607
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Artthaus Grand
Built in 2022Studio Apartments

Artthaus Grand

220 Grand AveOakland, CA 94610
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Electric Lofts
Built in 2021Studio Apartments

Electric Lofts

2415 Valdez StOakland, CA 94612
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Nook on Valdez
Built in 2016Studio Apartments

Nook on Valdez

2425 Valdez StOakland, CA 94612
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Artthaus Linden
Built in 2020Studio Apartments

Artthaus Linden

1054 18th StOakland, CA 94607
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The Refuge
Built in 2023Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Refuge

4400 Martin Luther King Jr WayOakland, CA 94609
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Artthaus SIX
Built in 2023Studio Apartments

Artthaus SIX

825 6th AveOakland, CA 94606
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Common Jefferson
Built in 20211 Bedroom Apartments

Common Jefferson

618 14th StOakland, CA 94612
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B28
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from $1,673Built in 2023Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

B28

2028 Bancroft WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about New Oakland Apartments

What is the Cheapest New apartment in Oakland?

Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Oakland is at MacArthur Studio listed at $743.

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

The average rent for a New Apartment in Oakland is $3,380.

What is the largest New Oakland Apartment for rent?

Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 2,745 square feet unit starting from $2,202 at Baxter on Broadway.

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

The average size for a New rental in Oakland is currently at 508 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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