
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA (52 Rentals)
Rental terms in the Downtown Oakland area of Oakland as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


12 Months
1919 Market Street

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47Hundred

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The Broadway

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1900 Broadway

3 Months, 15 Months
Domain Oakland

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus 820

2 Months, 18 Months
The Moran

2 Months, 18 Months
Telegraph Arts

Artizan
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12 Months
Claridge Hotel LP.

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1662 14th St, Unit SI ID1569485P

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1889 Harrison St, Unit SI FL5-ID525

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254 29th St, Unit SI ID1310765P

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238 13th St, Unit SI FL6-ID1883

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2500 Webster St, Unit SI FL3-ID1830

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3093 Broadway-SI FL6-ID701, Unit SI FL6-ID701

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3093 Broadway-SI FL5-ID698, Unit SI FL5-ID698

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1889 Harrison St, Unit SI FL5-ID526

3791 Latimer Pl
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Victoria Park Apts Edmond

12 Months
The Refuge

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Northgate

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Linden

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
Ivy Haus

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Six

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Chestnut

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Ninth

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Yerba Buena

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Mandela
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6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Brush

12 Months
123 17th St Apartments

12 Months
The Chase Apartment Homes

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Grand

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
Linden Haus

12 Months
1425 Harrison Street Apartments

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
Bella Haus

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Jack London

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
ArtHaus Hannah

3 Months, 18 Months
The Grand
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6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
Common MacArthur

9 Months, 14 Months
777 Broadway

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months, 24 Months
Lee Haus

3 Months, 11 Months, 12 Months, 13 Months
Oak Grove - 265 Vernon

3 Months, 12 Months
The Bridge at Emeryville

Oak Walk

12 Months
Furnished Studio-Oakland - Alameda

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4310 Hubbard St, Unit SI FL2-ID1027

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4510 Hubbard St, Unit SI FL6-ID1036

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4310 Hubbard St, Unit SI FL2-ID1028
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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 | $2,173 | $895 | $6,500 |
| Downtown Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,881 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,947 | $1,747 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,942 | $800 | $6,748 |
| Downtown Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $1,802 | $5,914 |
| Downtown Oakland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,808 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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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
Best Local Schools in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
Gateway to College at Laney College
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Pet Friendly Rating
There's good news if you raise dogs or cats. This residential neighborhood ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Downtown Oakland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Downtown Oakland?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Downtown Oakland is at Claridge Hotel LP. listed at $895.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Downtown Oakland Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Downtown Oakland is $3,284.
What is the largest Short-term Downtown Oakland Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Oakland is a 2,745 square feet unit starting from $2,496 at Baxter on Broadway.
What is the average size for Downtown Oakland Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Downtown Oakland is currently at 508 sq ft.
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