
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cleveland Heights Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,300 (181 Rentals)
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570 Boden Way

Lagunitas Towers

524 E 21st St

367 Lester Ave

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329 Lester Ave

312 Wayne Ave

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406 Athol Ave
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2421-2425 Ivy Dr

2282 Park Blvd

589 Merritt Ave

301 Lester Ave

334 - 340 Hanover Ave

540 Merritt Ave

655 MacArthur Blvd

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2130-2132 7th Ave

2424 Park Blvd

Jackson Arms

1131 Bella Vista Ave

373 Belmont St

512 E 22nd St

431, 431 1/2 Lagunitas Av

215 Athol Ave

595 Merritt Ave
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478 Capital St

2150 Lakeshore Ave

546 Boden Way

2422 8th Ave

879 E 28th St

654 Beacon St

395 Merritt Ave

490 Capital

1009 Macarthur Blvd

590 Boden Way
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2401 Park Blvd

2140 Lakeshore Ave

Merritt Heights

811-819 Macarthur Blvd

353 Athol Ave

3130 Park Blvd

2445 8th Ave

2527 8th Ave

2520-2520A 9th Ave

416 Staten Ave
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Cleveland Heights, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cleveland Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Heights Studio Apartments | $2,025 | $2,025 | $2,025 |
| Cleveland Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,086 | $2,000 | $2,200 |
| Cleveland Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,225 | $2,750 | $3,700 |
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There are currently 181 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cleveland Heights Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Cleveland Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cleveland Heights area of San Francisco, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 1000 E 33rd St priced from $1,795. 570 Boden Way has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,025. Here are the most affordable Cleveland Heights apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 E 33rd St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 570 Boden Way | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
| Oak Grove - 351 Lester | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| 2208 Lakeshore Ave | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cleveland Heights, CA
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cleveland Heights area is the $2.72 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 2208 Lakeshore Ave in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Cleveland Heights apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 1000 E 33rd St starting at $1,795 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Montclair Business neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cleveland Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2208 Lakeshore Ave | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| 1000 E 33rd St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 2124 5th Ave, Unit Apt B | 2124 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Oak Grove - 351 Lester | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| 570 Boden Way | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.05 |
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