
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dimond Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $541 (37 Rentals)
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2624 Foothill Blvd, Unit 308

2555 Foothill Blvd

1773 28th Ave, Unit #1775

2648 E 27th St

2539 Grande Vista Ave

2658 23rd Ave, Unit Bedroom 1

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1624 MacArthur Blvd, Unit MacArthur Duplex

3201 Star Ave
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3232 14th Ave

3109 School St

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3487 Paxton Ave

3024 Fruitvale Ave

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3527 Willis Ct, Unit tranquil unit

Mark Twain Homes

2375 Fruitvale Ave

2039 MacArthur Blvd
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Sunny View Terrace

3600 Dimond Ave

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01835

Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments

Diamond Terrace

2333 Humboldt Avenue
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1459 MacArthur Blvd

Garden Haus

Dimond Ave

3644 Magee Ave

2811 NICOL

2425-2429 Humboldt Ave

2488 26th Ave

2308 26th Ave

Laurel Haus
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Dimond, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dimond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimond Studio Apartments | $1,380 | $1,095 | $1,650 |
| Dimond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,327 | $1,595 | $4,273 |
| Dimond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,592 | $1,995 | $3,100 |
| Dimond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,633 | $2,100 | $3,675 |
| Dimond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Dimond Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dimond area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 2039 MacArthur Blvd priced from $1,425. 3669 39th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Dimond apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2039 MacArthur Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| 3669 39th Ave | 3669 39th Ave - 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| 3600 Dimond Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 2333 Humboldt Avenue | 2333 Humboldt Avenue - B | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Diamond Terrace | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Garden Haus | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,818 |
| Dimond Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
| 2811 NICOL | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Laurel Haus | Floor Plan B 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,209 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dimond, CA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dimond area is the $1.97 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the in the Dimond neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Dimond apartment is the Floor Plan B 2BR 1BA Model at Laurel Haus starting at $2,209 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Dimond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dimond apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Laurel Haus | Floor Plan B 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Sausal Gardens | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| 1777 & 1781 Sausal St | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 3527 Willis Ct, Unit tranquil unit | 3527 Willis Ct | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Garden Haus | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| 3600 Dimond Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Dimond Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| 2811 NICOL | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| 2039 MacArthur Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDimond, Oakland, CA
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Best Local Schools in Dimond, Oakland, CA
Fruitvale Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dimond Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dimond Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dimond is starting from $2,195 at Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dimond Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dimond Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sausal Gardens and starts from $2,850.
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