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825 6th AveOakland, CA 94606
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1600-1612 3rd AveOakland, CA 94606
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417-425 E 18th StOakland, CA 94606
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2208 Carroll StOakland, CA 94606
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1232 E 19th StOakland, CA 94606
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2215 Carroll StOakland, CA 94606
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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,826 | $1,300 | $2,350 |
| East Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,491 | $2,095 | $5,875 |
| East Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,107 | $2,700 | $8,395 |
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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 $1,495. 425 E 18th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,499. 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 Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 425 E 18th St | Studio - Plan 8 | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| ArtHaus Oakbrook | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,588 |
| NEW 200 East 15th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,645 |
| Palmcrest | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,688 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lake, CA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Lake area is the $1.67 price per square foot 1914 6th Ave Model at 1914 6th Ave, Unit #2 in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value East Lake apartment is the Merritt Model at ReNew on Merritt starting at $2,800 with a $3.11 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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| 1914 6th Ave, Unit #2 | 1914 6th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| ReNew on Merritt | Merritt | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Oxford Arms LLC. | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469B | 1465 1st Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Ivy Haus | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Bella Haus | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Palmcrest | Floor Plan C 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Lakeview Towers | 1xjr | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| ArtHaus Oakbrook | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.18 |
| 425 E 18th St | Junior 1 Bedroom - Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Lake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lake?
The cheapest apartment in East Lake is NEW 200 East 15th Street which is listed at $1,645, while the average apartment in East Lake costs $8,150.
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 11 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 $4,082 which is $4,068 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lake.
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