Apartments in the Downtown Oakland area of Oakland with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.
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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Oakland Studio Apartments | $2,162 | $895 | $6,500 |
| Downtown Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,993 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,930 | $1,747 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,918 | $800 | $6,748 |
| Downtown Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,906 | $1,802 | $5,914 |
| Downtown Oakland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,870 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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$500 off first month's rent after move in!Expires 07-25-2026
ONE MONTH FREE! + $1,000 Look & Lease Special* Tour with us today to take advantage of this offer. *Specials are on select units and are subject to change.Expires 07-25-2026
Up to 3 Weeks Free and 3 Weeks Free Look & Lease on Select Floor Plans!* *Restrictions Apply. Minimum Lease Term Applies. Offer may change.Expires 07-25-2026
Receive up to one month free when you move into select apartment homes. Conditions apply.Expires 07-25-2026
Move in Today and receive up to 6 Weeks FREE Rent on select apartment homes! * On Select Homes and OACExpires 07-25-2026
Move in Today and receive up to 2 Weeks FREE Rent on select apartment homes! * On Select Homes and OACExpires 07-25-2026
Receive Up To 4 Weeks Free Base Rent On Select Apartment Homes!* Tour Today! *Base Rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other Costs and fees are excluded. Restrictions apply. Offer may change.Expires 07-25-2026
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Up to 4 weeks free on select homes! Restrictions apply, contact us for more details.Expires 07-25-2026
Receive a $500 look and lease if you apply within 48 hours of your tour! *Restrictions Apply. Please reach out to the Leasing Team for more details.Expires 07-25-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Oakland, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
General Specials: $1000 Security Deposit (with approved credit) This deal won’t last long! Rent Controlled Property! Jackson Lake Apartments fall under the Oakland Rent Control Program, offering residents stability and predictable rental costs. Enjoy the stability and peace of mind that comes with rent control, keeping your rental costs predictable and affordable in a dynamic market. Located next to downtown Oakland and Uptown, we're just a short walk to the 19th Street BART stationExpires 07-31-2026
$1,000.0 Off 1st months rent when moved in by 7/27Expires 07-31-2026
Up to 6 Weeks Free on Select Homes and $750 Look & Lease. Restrictions apply. Contact leasing team for details. Plus, lease by Aug. 5 for a chance to win free rent for one year. No purchase necessary. See official rules at rpmsummersweeps.com.Expires 07-25-2026
Up to 6 Weeks Free Lease Special on Base Rent!* Immediate move-ins available!*Expires 07-25-2026
Now Offering a $500 Look and Lease! Please call the leasing office for details. *Base Rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and Fees are excluded. Restrictions apply; please call for details.Expires 07-25-2026
Up to 4 Weeks on Select Homes! Restrictions Apply. Contact Us for Details.Expires 07-25-2026
For a LIMITED TIME: 2 Weeks Free + Bonus 2 Weeks Free Rent when you look and lease within 24 hours!Expires 07-25-2026
2 weeks free (part of 6 weeks)Expires 07-25-2026
Get up to 3 months off on selected units.Expires 07-25-2026
Up to 4 weeks Free on Select Homes! Restrictions Apply, Call Us for Details!Expires 07-25-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Oakland is at Claridge Hotel LP. listed at $895.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Oakland is $3,379.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Oakland is a 2,745 square feet unit starting from $2,703 at Baxter on Broadway.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Oakland is currently at 534 sq ft.
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