
Student Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA (4 Rentals)
Rentals in the Downtown Oakland area of Oakland near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


Denizen Apartments
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1200 Lakeshore
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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 |
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Downtown Oakland Studio Apartments | $2,165 | $1,195 | $4,049 |
Downtown Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,845 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,587 | $1,855 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,778 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,144 | $1,270 | $5,248 |
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There are currently 4 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
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
Gateway to College at Laney College
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Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to the outdoors? this neighborhood is a highly-rated section of town for the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Do you have pets? this section of San Francisco is now ranked as one of our preferred communities for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Downtown Oakland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Downtown Oakland?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Downtown Oakland is at Atlas listed at $2,340.
How much is the average rent for a Student Downtown Oakland Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Downtown Oakland is $4,805.
What is the largest Student Downtown Oakland Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Oakland is a 1,700 square feet unit starting from $3,799 at 1200 Lakeshore.
What is the average size for Downtown Oakland Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Downtown Oakland is currently at 707 sq ft.
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