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Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Oakland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,028 | $2,100 | $4,250 |
| Downtown Oakland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,448 | $2,495 | $5,200 |
| Downtown Oakland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,026 | $4,499 | $9,000 |
| Downtown Oakland 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,287 | $950 | $1,625 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Oakland Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Oakland area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Claridge Hotel LLC. priced from $815. Hillcastle Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Downtown Oakland apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claridge Hotel LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $815 |
| Hillcastle Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| 3301 Telegraph Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 1900 Broadway | Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 2 | 4BR,2BA | $1,275 |
| Electric Lofts | Studio A & B | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oakland, CA
As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Oakland area is the $2.22 price per square foot 2335 Market St Model at 2335 Market St, Unit B in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Downtown Oakland apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment Model at 350 Vernon starting at $2,795 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Harrison Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2335 Market St, Unit B | 2335 Market St | 3BR,3BA | $2.22 |
| 350 Vernon | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| 1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469A | 1465 1st Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 1419 West St, Unit A | 1419 West St | 3BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 1450 12th St, Unit 1454A | 1450 12th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 1622 center st, Unit 1622 #1 | 1622 center st | 3BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| 2804 Adeline St | 2804 Adeline St | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| The Blue Cap Lofts | 1bed 2bath | 1BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 659 Hillsborough St, Unit # 1 | 659 Hillsborough St | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Lakeshore Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Oakland?
There are currently 2445 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $299,500. There are also 142 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Oakland ranging from $855 to $9,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Oakland?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Oakland ranges from $855 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,953.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Oakland?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Oakland range from $2,295 to $18,467, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,495 to $5,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,499 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,275.
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