
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cleveland Heights Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,300 (181 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Cleveland Heights area of Oakland.


570 Boden Way

Lagunitas Towers

524 E 21st St

367 Lester Ave

Zorah Apartments

329 Lester Ave

312 Wayne Ave

Melba Lake Apartments

406 Athol Ave
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2417 Ivy Dr

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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2407 Ivy Dr
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Arbor Villa Apartments

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 | $1,870 | $1,595 | $2,195 |
| Cleveland Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,847 | $1,700 | $1,995 |
| Cleveland Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,750 | $2,750 |
| Cleveland Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,650 | $4,500 | $4,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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 $2,095. 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 | $2,095 |
| Oak Grove - 351 Lester | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cleveland Heights, CA
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cleveland Heights area is the $1.85 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 1000 E 33rd St in the in the Montclair Business neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Cleveland Heights apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Oak Grove - 351 Lester starting at $2,750 with a $4.15 price per square foot in the Laney 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 E 33rd St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Oak Grove - 351 Lester | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| 570 Boden Way | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.19 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cleveland Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cleveland Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cleveland Heights is at 570 Boden Way listed at $2,095.
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