
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA (2,526 Rentals)


The Lark

Portico Waterfront

Residences at Lake Merritt

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Fourth Street East

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Lantana Uptown

1919 Market Street

The Union

Monogram Apartments

Rowhaus
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Channel House

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Atlas

Rasa Apartments

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Hanover Northgate

Town29

ReNew on Merritt

Domain Oakland

Mason At Hive

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Prescott Station
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The Broadway

SKAIA

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1900 Broadway

Quarryridge Apartments

Ora

ArtHaus 820

Denizen Apartments

The Alfred

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The Skylyne at Temescal
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Assembly

The Moran

Telegraph Arts

3761 Harrison Street Apartments

Bel Aire Courtyard

Fountainbleau Apartments

Jackson Lake Apartments

ANDYS at 1510 Webster Street

4030-4038 Martin Luther King Jr Way

Hollis Oak
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1502 Alice St

Oak Grove - 444 28th St.

Lampwork Lofts

The Grand at Rockridge

La Peralta

3805-3815 Shafter Ave

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Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,991 | $895 | $6,500 |
| Downtown Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,783 | $1,495 | $9,682 |
| Downtown Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,792 | $1,747 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,905 | $995 | $6,748 |
| Downtown Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,834 | $1,542 | $6,906 |
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There are currently 2526 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Oakland, Oakland, CA
Ranked #2
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Oakland. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with little ones? Amongst all of the submarkets in Oakland, this residential neighborhood is known as one of the best submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to highly-rated schools.
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to the outdoors? this residential area has now become known as providing favorable access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
Downtown Oakland is now ranked as one of our favorite luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, concierge services, views, access to parks, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury submarkets also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
Are there pets in your life? this part of San Francisco ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Oakland
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Oakland?
There are currently 1,281 Studio Apartments in Downtown Oakland with rent ranges from $895 to $6,500 with an average price of $1,991.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Oakland Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Oakland ranges from $1,495 to $9,682 with an average monthly rent of $2,783.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Oakland cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Oakland range from $1,747 to $13,432. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,792.
How expensive are Downtown Oakland Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 346 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Oakland on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $995 to $6,748 - averaging $3,905 for the location.
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