Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bartlett Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $500 (101 Rentals)

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2642 35th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2642 35th Ave

2642 35th AveOakland, CA 94619
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3205 Brookdale Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3205 Brookdale Ave

3205 Brookdale AveOakland, CA 94602
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3301 Arkansas St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3301 Arkansas St

3301 Arkansas StOakland, CA 94602
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3004 Brookdale Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3004 Brookdale Ave

3004 Brookdale AveOakland, CA 94602
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3312 Brookdale Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3312 Brookdale Ave

3312 Brookdale AveOakland, CA 94602
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3015 Nicol Ave
Studio Apartments

3015 Nicol Ave

3015 Nicol AveOakland, CA 94602
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2909 35th Ave
Studio Apartments

2909 35th Ave

2909 35th AveOakland, CA 94619

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3404 School St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3404 School St

3404 School StOakland, CA 94602
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2280 35th Ave
Studio Apartments

2280 35th Ave

2280 35th AveOakland, CA 94601
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2311 35th Ave
Studio Apartments

2311 35th Ave

2311 35th AveOakland, CA 94601
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3442 School St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3442 School St

3442 School StOakland, CA 94602
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3101 35th Ave
Studio Apartments

3101 35th Ave

3101 35th AveOakland, CA 94619
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2457 35th Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2457 35th Ave

2457 35th AveOakland, CA 94601
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Lynde Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

Lynde Street

3269 Lynde StOakland, CA 94601
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3116 Brookdale Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3116 Brookdale Ave

3116 Brookdale AveOakland, CA 94602

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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2800 Viola St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2800 Viola St

2800 Viola StOakland, CA 94619
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3259 Nicol Ave
Studio Apartments

3259 Nicol Ave

3259 Nicol AveOakland, CA 94602
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3235 Nicol Ave
Studio Apartments

3235 Nicol Ave

3235 Nicol AveOakland, CA 94602
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3007 Nicol Ave
Studio Apartments

3007 Nicol Ave

3007 Nicol AveOakland, CA 94602
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2401 Bartlett St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2401 Bartlett St

2401 Bartlett StOakland, CA 94601
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3007 35th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3007 35th Ave

3007 35th AveOakland, CA 94619
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2705 35th Ave
Studio Apartments

2705 35th Ave

2705 35th AveOakland, CA 94619

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3438 School St
Studio Apartments

3438 School St

3438 School StOakland, CA 94602
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2820 Abbey St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2820 Abbey St

2820 Abbey StOakland, CA 94619
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2906 Abbey St
Studio Apartments

2906 Abbey St

2906 Abbey StOakland, CA 94619
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2530 Davis St
Studio Apartments

2530 Davis St

2530 Davis StOakland, CA 94601
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2612 38th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2612 38th Ave

2612 38th AveOakland, CA 94619

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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2550 35th Ave
Studio Apartments

2550 35th Ave

2550 35th AveOakland, CA 94601
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3256 Nicol Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3256 Nicol Ave

3256 Nicol AveOakland, CA 94602
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2363 Humboldt Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2363 Humboldt Ave

2363 Humboldt AveOakland, CA 94601
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2557 35th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2557 35th Ave

2557 35th AveOakland, CA 94601
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2451 35th Ave
Studio Apartments

2451 35th Ave

2451 35th AveOakland, CA 94601
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2319 35th Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2319 35th Ave

2319 35th AveOakland, CA 94601

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Bartlett, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bartlett Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bartlett area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at School Street Apartments priced from $1,695. 2333 Humboldt Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Bartlett apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
School Street Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,695
2333 Humboldt Avenue2333 Humboldt Avenue - B1BR,1BA$1,795
2425-2429 Humboldt Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bartlett, CA

As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bartlett area is the $2.19 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 2425-2429 Humboldt Ave in the in the Dimond neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Bartlett apartment is the 2603 Humboldt Ave Model at 2603 Humboldt Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,000 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Dimond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bartlett apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2425-2429 Humboldt Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.19
2603 Humboldt Ave, Unit 12603 Humboldt Ave1BR,1BA$2.67
School Street Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$3.83

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Expert Rental Resources

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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