
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Columbia Gardens Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $700 (47 Rentals)
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10010 MacArthur Boulevard

7828 International Blvd

1131 88th Ave

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538 Douglas Ave

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8330 Birch St

9814 C St
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967 88th Ave

MacArthur

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9240-9244 MacArthur Blvd

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1242 88th Ave

9833 Walnut St
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Newport Apartments

594 Victoria Ct

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Bel Mark Apartments

170 Belleview Dr

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1826 170th Ave

521 Victoria Ct

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236 Haas Ave, Unit 8

Linvale Townhomes

Marina Plaza

Marea Alta

132 Dutton Ave

The Warren Manor Apartments

206 Chumalia St
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Stoakes Apartments

Preda Apartments

1253 Pacific Ave

Marina Apartments

341 Williams St

Belleview Apartments

510 Castro

Argyle Apartments

118 Euclid Ave
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150 Haas Avenue

Marina Vista
Columbia Gardens, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia Gardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $1,421 | $3,080 |
| Columbia Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,582 | $1,650 | $4,898 |
| Columbia Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,045 | $2,200 | $3,500 |
| Columbia Gardens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,095 | $3,095 | $3,095 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Columbia Gardens Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Columbia Gardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Columbia Gardens area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakland Station priced from $1,421. Stoakes Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Columbia Gardens apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Station | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,421 |
| Stoakes Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Newport Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Marina Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Bel Mark Apartments | One Bedroom - 755 | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| WOODSIDE | C - 1X1 609 | 1BR,1BA | $2,170 |
| Marina Vista | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Marina Plaza | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,512 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Gardens, CA
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia Gardens area is the $2.40 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 184 Callan Avenue in the in the Halcyon District neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Columbia Gardens apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath B Model at Marina Plaza starting at $3,124 with a $3.04 price per square foot in the Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 184 Callan Avenue | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Marina Plaza | 3 Bed 2 Bath B | 3BR,2BA | $3.04 |
| 236 Haas Ave, Unit 8 | 236 Haas Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Marina Vista | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| GATEWAY APARTMENTS | 2x2 B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.42 |
| Bel Mark Apartments | One Bedroom - 755 | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| WOODSIDE | C - 1X1 609 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Oakland Station | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Newport Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| 10010 MacArthur Boulevard | 10010 MacArthur Boulevard | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Gardens Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Gardens Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Gardens Apartment is $1,424 at Oakland Station.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbia Gardens Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia Gardens is starting from $1,698 at Oakland Station.
What is the most affordable Columbia Gardens Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbia Gardens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Marina Plaza and starts from $3,124.
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