Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA (66 Rentals)

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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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Atlas
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2 Months Free Up to 8 Weeks Free on Select Units!
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Atlas

385 14th StOakland, CA 94612
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Artizan
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2 Months Free Up to 2 months free on select! * * Some restrictions may apply. Contact our Leasing Team for more information.
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Artizan

219 9th AveOakland, CA 94606
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Lantana Uptown
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2 Months Free Receive Up to 8 Weeks Free on Select Homes!* *Restrictions apply. Please contact for more details.
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Lantana Uptown

625 16th StOakland, CA 94612
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Edson House
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Specials 2 Weeks Free! * Restrictions apply. Contact our leasing office for details.
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Edson House

295 29th StOakland, CA 94611
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One Piedmont
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Specials Please inquire within agent. Rent concessions vary depending on floorplan!
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One Piedmont

230-240 W Macarthur BlvdOakland, CA 94611
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The Skylyne at Temescal
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Specials Receive Up To One Month and a Half Free and an additional $2,000 on Select Apartment Homes. *Restrictions May Apply
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The Skylyne at Temescal

3883 Turquoise WayOakland, CA 94609
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Assembly
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2 Months Free Receive Up To 2 Months Free on Select NEW Units! Please Call For Details!
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Assembly

260 30th StOakland, CA 94611
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Channel House
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1 Month Free Limited-Time Leasing Specials – Get Up to 8 Weeks Free! -- 12–14 Month Lease: -- Receive 4 weeks free. -- 15–18 Month Lease: --
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Channel House

40 Harrison StOakland, CA 94607
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Axis Oakland
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3 Months Free Up to 12 weeks free on select units!! Schedule your tour TODAY! * *Restrictions Apply. Please reach out to the Leasing Team fo
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Axis Oakland

2820 BroadwayOakland, CA 94611
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47Hundred
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1 Month Free 6 Weeks Free + $1,000 Look and Lease Special!* Studio available for immediate move-in! Starting at $2,144* rate is net effectiv
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47Hundred

4700 Telegraph AveOakland, CA 94609
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Hanover Northgate
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2 Months Free 8 WEEKS FREE! ; With a 12-month Lease, you can receive 8 weeks free . Rent credit to be given in accordance with the Lease Con
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Hanover Northgate

2450 Valdez StOakland, CA 94612
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Zo
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1 Month Free One month free on studio units. Two months free on 2 bedrooms with additional $500 look and lease rent same day on select units
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Zo

330 17th StOakland, CA 94612
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Alta Waverly
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2 Months Free Up to 8 Weeks Free off Base Rent. Fees Excluded. Mimimum Lease Terms Apply. Contact Our Team for Full Details and To Apply.*
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Alta Waverly

2302 Valdez StOakland, CA 94612
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Baxter on Broadway
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Specials Now Offering 8-10 Weeks Free on Select Floor Plans!* Newly Reduced Rates, Limited Time Only! Please Call Leasing Office for Details
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Baxter on Broadway

4901 BroadwayOakland, CA 94611
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ReNew on Merritt
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3 Months Free Enjoy up to three months FREE rent when you make ReNew on Merritt your new home! Offer valid for select units on 12-15 month l
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ReNew on Merritt

1130 E 3rd AveOakland, CA 94606
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Domain Oakland
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2 Months Free Receive up to 10 WEEKS FREE on select apartments! Tour Today! *T&C Apply
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Domain Oakland

1389 Jefferson StOakland, CA 94612
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ArtHaus Brush
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3 Months Free 3 Months Free on 12-Month Leases. Look & Lease - must apply within 24 hours of tour and move in by 2/28.
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ArtHaus Brush

1925 Brush StOakland, CA 94612
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The Broadway
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Specials Up to 8 weeks plus 1K Look & Lease! * *On select units. Conditions apply. Advertised price includes special.
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The Broadway

3093 BroadwayOakland, CA 94611
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Prescott Station
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Specials Enjoy $1,000 OFF move-in costs + 50% off parking fees for your first 6 months. Don't wait, this sizzling deal won't last forever!
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Prescott Station

2121 Wood StOakland, CA 94607
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Alice House
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1 Month Free Up to 6 weeks free! *Restrictions apply, call for details.
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Alice House

1411 Alice StOakland, CA 94612
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ArtHaus 820
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Specials Be the First to Lease at ArtHaus 820 and Receive Three Months Free! Enjoy modern living and serious savings in a brand-new building
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ArtHaus 820

820 W Macarthur BlvdOakland, CA 94608
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17th and Broadway
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Specials Two Weeks Free: Indulge in Luxury Living with Our Exclusive Special on All Homes! Experience elegance like never beforeyour dream h
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17th and Broadway

447 17th StOakland, CA 94612
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Webster Eleven
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1 Month Free Lease Now and Receive Up to 6 Weeks Free!* *Restrictions apply. Contact leasing team for details.
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Webster Eleven

1100 Webster StOakland, CA 94607
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The Moran
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2 Months Free Now offering 10 Weeks Free! Contact our team today to learn more about our additional look and lease specials!
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The Moran

570 21st StOakland, CA 94612
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Jackson Lake Apartments
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1 Month Free LIMITED TIME OFFER - LOOK & LEASE SPECIAL! Score 4 WEEKS OF FREE RENT (Submit your application within 72 hours of your tour. *F
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Jackson Lake Apartments

1533 Jackson StOakland, CA 94612
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The Union
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3 Months Free Earn Up To 3 Months Free AND $3000 Look and Lease on Select Homes
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The Union

532 Union StOakland, CA 94607
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Hollis Oak
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2 Months Free Ask about our move-in specials - up to 2 months free on select units! Tour with us today to take advantage of this offer. *Spe
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Hollis Oak

3250 Hollis StOakland, CA 94608
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1200 Lakeshore
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2 Months Free Don't Miss Out! Receive Up To 8 Weeks FREE On Select Units! *Pricing and Specials subject to change, select floor plans and le
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1200 Lakeshore

1200 LakeshoreOakland, CA 94606
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425 E 18th St
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Specials Limited Time Only Application fee will be applied towards move-in funds; Ask us how to qualify for our low-cost security deposit op
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425 E 18th St

417-425 E 18th StOakland, CA 94606
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La Peralta
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Specials Limited Time Only Application fee will be applied towards move-in funds; Ask us how to qualify for our low-cost security deposit op
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La Peralta

184 13th StOakland, CA 94612
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Lampwork Lofts
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1 Month Free ONE MONTH FREE! + $1,000 Look & Lease Special* Tour with us today to take advantage of this offer. *Specials are on select unit
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Lampwork Lofts

1614 Campbell StOakland, CA 94607
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1717 Webster
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1 Month Free Up to 6 Weeks Free on Select Homes! Restrictions Apply, Call for More Details!
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1717 Webster

1717 Webster StOakland, CA 94612
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Lydian
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1 Month Free Up to 6 weeks free on select apartment homes! Restrictions apply, contact us for more details.
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Lydian

238 13th StOakland, CA 94612
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Packard Lofts
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Specials ASK ABOUT OUR RENT SPECIAL + $1,000 Look & Lease Special* Tour with us today to take advantage of this offer and to have your appli
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Packard Lofts

2355 BroadwayOakland, CA 94612
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Vespr
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Specials Now offering up to 2 weeks free on select homes! Restrictions apply, contact us for details.
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Vespr

312 24th StOakland, CA 94612
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Forma
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Specials Up to four weeks free on select homes! Restrictions apply, contact us for more details.
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Forma

2016 Telegraph AveOakland, CA 94612
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Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Top Oakland Apartments in the Downtown Oakland Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 07-09-2025

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Oakland, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

1900 Broadway

Get up to 2 Months FREE on select units. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 07-09-2025

ReNew on Merritt

Enjoy up to three months FREE rent when you make ReNew on Merritt your new home! Offer valid for select units on 12-15 month lease terms. Please see a Leasing Consultant for details and restrictions.Expires 07-10-2025

The Uptown

Enjoy up to 8 weeks of rent free living on select homes (1-120, 1-133 1-345, 1-403, 1-434, 1-449, 1-517, 1-531, 1-547, 2-102, and 3A-529) when you move by 7/15 *Restrictions applyExpires 07-10-2025

425 E 18th St

Limited Time Only Application fee will be applied towards move-in funds; Ask us how to qualify for our low-cost security deposit options!Expires 07-10-2025

Lakeview Towers Apartments

Ask us about our FREE RENT special!Expires 07-10-2025

3900 Adeline

Up to 1months free on select units plus a $1200 look and lease *Specials are on select units and are subject to change.Expires 07-10-2025

Allegro at Jack London Square

Price shown is the Base Rent, which does not include utilities or optional and required fees; deposit(s) may also apply. Please see details below or view the Costs Overview section on our community website for more information on applicable fees.Expires 07-10-2025

Oak Village

$500 off the first month's rent after move inExpires 07-10-2025

MacArthur Commons

Lease now and receive up to 6 weeks free on select apartments!Expires 07-10-2025

Ora

8 Weeks Rent Free! $500 Look and LeaseExpires 07-10-2025

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Oakland, CA

Specials updated: 07-09-2025

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.

Bayo Vista Apartments

ASK ABOUT SPECIALS! 1 MONTHS OFF SELECTED UNITS! $500.00 depositExpires 07-31-2025

175 Santa Rosa Ave

One month free with a 13 month lease.Expires 08-30-2025

Lakeshore Gardens

**MOVE-IN SPECIAL: FIRST MONTHS RENT FREE!!** *SUBMIT A COMPLETED APPLICATION WITHIN 24 HOURS OF YOUR SCHEDULED TOUR AND RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL $200 RENTAL CONCESSION (approved applications only) *Expires 07-31-2025

Jackson Lake Apartments

LIMITED TIME OFFER - LOOK & LEASE SPECIAL! Score 4 WEEKS OF FREE RENT (Submit your application within 72 hours of your tour. *For Qualified Applicants Only - Contact Leasing Office for Additional Details) General Specials: $500 Security Deposit (with approved credit) - These deals won’t last long! Currently Available: Studios starting at $1,595;Jr. 1BR starting at $1,700 Regular 1BR starting at $1,850 Large 1BR starting at $1,950 Large, IN UNIT WASHER/DRYER (1 Unit Available) $2200, 2BR $2,695 1BR Penthouse with large deck, fireplace, and amazing view, $2,350! 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 07-31-2025

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1 Month Free on Select ApartmentsExpires 07-10-2025

1200 Lakeshore

Don't Miss Out! Receive Up To 8 Weeks FREE On Select Units! *Pricing and Specials subject to change, select floor plans and lease terms may apply. Please contact our offices for details.Expires 07-10-2025

Lampwork Lofts

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 07-10-2025

Domain Oakland

Receive up to 10 WEEKS FREE on select apartments! Tour Today! *T&C ApplyExpires 07-10-2025

ReNew on Merritt

Enjoy up to three months FREE rent when you make ReNew on Merritt your new home! Offer valid for select units on 12-15 month lease terms. Please see a Leasing Consultant for details and restrictions.Expires 07-10-2025

The Uptown

Enjoy up to 8 weeks of rent free living on select homes (1-120, 1-133 1-345, 1-403, 1-434, 1-449, 1-517, 1-531, 1-547, 2-102, and 3A-529) when you move by 7/15 *Restrictions applyExpires 07-10-2025

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown Oakland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Oakland?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Oakland is at La Peralta listed at $1,195.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Oakland Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Oakland is $7,739.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Oakland Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Oakland is a 2,745 square feet unit starting from $2,136 at Baxter on Broadway.

What is the average size for Downtown Oakland Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Oakland is currently at 553 sq ft.

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