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425 E 18th St
417-425 E 18th StOakland, CA 94606
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152 International Boulevard, Unit 1A
152 International BoulevardOakland, CA 94606
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Lakeview Towers Apartments
201 E 12th StOakland, CA 94606
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19th & Harrison
1889 Harrison StOakland, CA 94612
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Residences at Lake Merritt
1940 Webster StOakland, CA 94612
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The Lark
269 24th StOakland, CA 94612
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Fourth Street East
150 4th StOakland, CA 94607
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1011 E 17th St
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East Lake, Oakland, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Lake Studio Apartments | $2,475 | $1,295 | $3,382 |
| East Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,879 | $1,199 | $4,590 |
| East Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,019 | $1,900 | $6,200 |
| East Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,416 | $2,650 | $8,000 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Lake Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Lake Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Lake area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Vue De Lac Apartments priced from $1,445. 200 E 15th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable East Lake apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vue De Lac Apartments | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| 200 E 15th St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 425 E 18th St | Studio - Plan 8 | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| Lake Hill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Lakeview Towers Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 226 Athol | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Residences at Lake Merritt | Studio E1C | Studio,1BA | $1,998 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lake, CA
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Lake area is the $1.81 price per square foot 1465 1st Ave Model at 1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469A in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value East Lake apartment is the I Model at Artizan starting at $3,365 with a $3.68 price per square foot in the Laney neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469A | 1465 1st Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Artizan | I | 2BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| ReNew on Merritt | Shoreline | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| The Chase Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Oxford Arms LLC. | 3 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 323 E 15th St, Unit 325 | 323 E 15th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Lake Hill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Lakeview Towers Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 19th & Harrison | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| 2110 11th Ave, Unit 2110 | 2110 11th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Lake, Oakland, CA
Ranked #29
Among neighborhoods in Oakland, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the East Lake Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
89 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Lake Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Lake?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Lake is under $1,998.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lake?
The cheapest apartment in East Lake is Vue De Lac Apartments which is listed at $1,645, while the average apartment in East Lake costs $4,368.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Lake?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 32 regular apartments in East Lake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Lake?
Cheap apartments in East Lake have an average cost of $620 which is $3,748 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lake.
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