
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA Under $4,700 (113 Rentals)
Rental terms in Oakland as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Residences at Lake Merritt

Lantana Uptown

Rowhaus

47Hundred

The Broadway

Rasa Apartments

Baxter on Broadway

Domain Oakland
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
From flexibility to potential costs, explore the key benefits and drawbacks of short-term rental housing from a renter's perspective.

ArtHaus Ninth

Monogram Apartments

ArtHaus Jack London

ArtHaus Chestnut

Denizen Apartments

17th and Broadway

The Moran

Telegraph Arts
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Bell Uptown District

The Union

1200 Lakeshore

The Chase Apartment Homes

Lakeview Towers Apartments

2500 Webster St, Unit FL3-ID1830

1889 Harrison St, Unit FL6-ID922

447 17th St, Unit FL17-ID524

447 17th St
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6380 Westover Dr

2323 Valley St

2500 Webster St

240 W MacArthur Blvd

3093 Broadway
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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 | $2,327 | $743 | $4,696 |
Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,902 | $755 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,548 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,438 | $849 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,196 | $999 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,542 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
Oakland 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,815 | $1,315 | $10,000+ |
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How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
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.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Oakland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Oakland?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Oakland is at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available listed at $780.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Oakland Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Oakland is $3,342.
What is the largest Short-term Oakland Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Oakland is a 2,745 square feet unit starting from $2,312 at Baxter on Broadway.
What is the average size for Oakland Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Oakland is currently at 573 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.

A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Shannon Hilson
If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.