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Link Apartments® Four12
412 Madison StOakland, CA 94607
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $800 (44 Rentals)
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Channel House
40 Harrison StOakland, CA 94607
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Fourth Street East
150 4th StOakland, CA 94607
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La Peralta
184 13th StOakland, CA 94612
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Lydian
238 13th StOakland, CA 94612
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Alice House
1411 Alice StOakland, CA 94612
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Jackson Courtyard
210 14th StOakland, CA 94612
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Sierra At Jack London Square
311 Oak StOakland, CA 94607
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8 Orchids Condominium
421-425 7th StOakland, CA 94607
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200 2nd Street
200 2nd StOakland, CA 94607
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288 3rd St
288 3rd StOakland, CA 94607
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428 Alice Condominiums
428 Alice StOakland, CA 94607
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The Bond
311 2nd StOakland, CA 94607
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The Leslie Apartments
1520 Madison AveOakland, CA 94612
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918-920 Oak St
918-920 Oak StOakland, CA 94607
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City Center Plaza
801 Franklin StOakland, CA 94607
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Alice St Energy Harvester
1443 Alice StOakland, CA 94612
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1460 Alice St
1460 Alice StOakland, CA 94612
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The Brooklyn (Furnished Rooms)
392 11th StOakland, CA 94607
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Regent Darien Apartments LLC.
1505 Jackson StOakland, CA 94612
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Boathouse Point Apartments
1438 Madison StOakland, CA 94612
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1458 Madison St
1458 Madison StOakland, CA 94612
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Webster Eleven
1100 Webster StOakland, CA 94607
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Madison House
1551-1555 Madison StOakland, CA 94612
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Allegro at Jack London Square
240 3rd StOakland, CA 94607
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St. Marks
394 12th StOakland, CA 94607
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The Landing at Jack London Square
101 EmbarcaderoOakland, CA 94607
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Modera Jack London Square
378 Embarcadero WOakland, CA 94607
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777 Broadway
777 BroadwayOakland, CA 94607
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Aqua Via Apartments
125 2nd StOakland, CA 94607
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Frank G Mar Apartments
281-283 13th StOakland, CA 94612
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410-418 7th St
410-418 7th StOakland, CA 94607
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316 12th Street
316 12th StOakland, CA 94607
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Hillcastle Apartments
1431 Jackson StOakland, CA 94612
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The Alician Apartments
1450 Alice StOakland, CA 94612
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1445 Lakeside DrOakland, CA 94612
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Merritt Crossing Senior Apartments
609 Oak StOakland, CA 94607
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211 8th StOakland, CA 94607
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130-144 14th St
130-144 14th StOakland, CA 94612
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Commodore Apartments
1501 Madison StOakland, CA 94612
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The Harrison Hotel Apartments
1415 Harrison StOakland, CA 94612
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1502 Jackson St
1502 Jackson StOakland, CA 94612
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900 Jackson St
900 Jackson StOakland, CA 94607
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Prosperity Place
1110 Jackson StOakland, CA 94607
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Chinatown, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chinatown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinatown Studio Apartments | $1,934 | $1,645 | $2,070 |
| Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,457 | $1,895 | $3,306 |
| Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,213 | $1,995 | $4,303 |
| Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,123 | $2,995 | $5,581 |
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Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chinatown area of Oakland, CA is a Studio unit found at La Peralta priced from $1,645. Webster Eleven has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Peralta | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| Webster Eleven | SB | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Channel House | 0A | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| Alice House | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,108 |
| Link Apartments® Four12 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,149 |
| Lydian | U2 Urban 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,161 |
| The Landing at Jack London Square | Bay Breeze | Studio,1BA | $2,167 |
| Modera Jack London Square | S01 | Studio,1BA | $2,211 |
| Allegro at Jack London Square | San Mateo | 1BR,1BA | $2,293 |
| 777 Broadway | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, CA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $3.50 price per square foot B3 Model at Alice House in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $3,339. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the San Mateo Model at Allegro at Jack London Square starting at $2,293 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Laney neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Alice House | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.50 |
| Allegro at Jack London Square | San Mateo | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Aqua Via Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.95 |
| Fourth Street East | The Jackson | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
| Lydian | U2 Urban 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| The Landing at Jack London Square | Bay Breeze | Studio ,1BA | $3.92 |
| 777 Broadway | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.41 |
| Link Apartments® Four12 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.23 |
| Lake Park Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Webster Eleven | SA w/ Balcony | Studio ,1BA | $4.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chinatown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chinatown is under $2,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chinatown?
The cheapest apartment in Chinatown is La Peralta which is listed at $2,095, while the average apartment in Chinatown costs $4,326.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chinatown?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Chinatown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chinatown?
Cheap apartments in Chinatown have an average cost of $352 which is $3,974 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chinatown.
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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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