342 Chester St
OaklandCA94607
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $800 (28 Rentals)
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1086 41st St
EmeryvilleCA94608
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OaklandCA94608
1023 Magnolia St
OaklandCA94607
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563 22nd St
OaklandCA94612
4348 Broadway
OaklandCA94611
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OaklandCA94609
2002 Linden St
OaklandCA94607
1607 2nd Ave
OaklandCA94606
399 Bellevue Ave
OaklandCA94610
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OaklandCA94611
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OaklandCA94611
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OaklandCA94609
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OaklandCA94608
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OaklandCA94606
1560 Jackson St
OaklandCA94612
1146 E 15th St
OaklandCA94606
455 Crescent St, Unit 112
455 Crescent St
OaklandCA94610
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OaklandCA94612
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OaklandCA94610
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OaklandCA94606
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OaklandCA94606
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626 8th St
OaklandCA94607
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OaklandCA94611
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OaklandCA94606
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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 | $3,078 | $1,875 | $5,800 |
| Downtown Oakland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,476 | $1,200 | $5,500 |
| Downtown Oakland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,957 | $3,200 | $4,715 |
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There are currently 28 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 |
| La Peralta | SRO with Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| Nook on Valdez | FLOOR PLAN B | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Electric Lofts | Studio A & B | Studio,1BA | $1,352 |
| Raymond Investments LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| ArtHaus Brush | C | Studio,1BA | $1,376 |
| ArtHaus Chestnut | E | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 3315 Telegraph Ave | 304 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| ArtHaus Jack London | G1 | Studio,1BA | $1,428 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oakland, CA
As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Oakland area is the $2.15 price per square foot 850 40th St Model at 850 40th St, Unit 1 in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $4,300. The second greatest value Downtown Oakland apartment is the 2335 Market St Model at 2335 Market St, Unit B starting at $3,995 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the West Oakland 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 850 40th St, Unit 1 | 850 40th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| 2335 Market St, Unit B | 2335 Market St | 3BR,3BA | $2.22 |
| 1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469A | 1465 1st Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 2031 Linden St, Unit Upstairs | 2031 Linden St | 4BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| 1622 center st, Unit 1622 #1 | 1622 center st | 3BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| 2804 Adeline St | 2804 Adeline St | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| The Blue Cap Lofts | 1bed 2bath | 1BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 871 27th St, Unit 871B | 871 27th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 2445 Telegraph Ave, Unit Apt 204 | 2445 Telegraph Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| 3315 Telegraph Ave | 304 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Oakland?
There are currently 2463 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $755 to $18,323. There are also 118 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Oakland ranging from $895 to $5,800.
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 $895 to $5,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,875.
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 $18,323, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,450.
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