375 12th St
OaklandCA94607
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $800 (6 Rentals)
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La Peralta
184 13th StOakland, CA 94612
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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 | $2,050 | $1,880 | $2,274 |
| Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,566 | $1,395 | $3,425 |
| Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,230 | $1,800 | $5,099 |
| Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,310 | $3,599 | $4,780 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chinatown Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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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 The Alician Apartments priced from $1,350. La Peralta has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Alician Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| La Peralta | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Channel House | 0B | Studio,1BA | $1,891 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, CA
As of October 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $2.70 price per square foot 404 Webster St Model at 404 Webster St, Unit 5 in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the A2 Model at Aqua Via Apartments starting at $2,827 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the West End 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 404 Webster St, Unit 5 | 404 Webster St | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| Aqua Via Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.95 |
| Alice House | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.42 |
| Allegro at Jack London Square | Golden Gate | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| The Landing at Jack London Square | Coastal | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Link Apartments® Four12 | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Lydian | A2 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Modera Jack London Square | A01 | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| 605 Madison St, Unit 162 | 605 Madison St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Lake Park Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleChinatown, Oakland, CA
Ranked #30
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Chinatown Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
86 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
88 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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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 $2,354.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chinatown?
The cheapest apartment in Chinatown is La Peralta which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Chinatown costs $4,560.
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 5 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 $116 which is $4,444 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chinatown.
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