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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Lake Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,100 (20 Rentals)
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1444 1st Ave Pl
OaklandCA94606
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417-425 E 18th 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 Studio Apartments | $1,591 | $1,375 | $1,750 |
| East Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,892 | $1,600 | $2,230 |
| East Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,818 | $1,875 | $5,695 |
| East Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,288 | $2,395 | $8,475 |
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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 NEW 200 East 15th Street priced from $1,375. ArtHaus Oakbrook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,448. Here are the most affordable East Lake apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEW 200 East 15th Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| ArtHaus Oakbrook | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,448 |
| Vue De Lac Apartments | Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| The Chase Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,706 |
| Rossmore court | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lake, CA
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Lake area is the $2.20 price per square foot 152 International Boulevard Model at 152 International Boulevard, Unit B in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value East Lake apartment is the Shoreline Model at ReNew on Merritt starting at $2,665 with a $2.96 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 152 International Boulevard, Unit B | 152 International Boulevard | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| ReNew on Merritt | Shoreline | 2BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| The Chase Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Lakeshore Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Rossmore court | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 1465 1st Ave, Unit 1469B | 1465 1st Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Lakeview Towers | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 1844 7th Avenue | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| ArtHaus Oakbrook | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.90 |
| Palmcrest | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Lake, Oakland, CA
Ranked #44
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Lake, Oakland, CA
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,843.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lake?
The cheapest apartment in East Lake is ArtHaus Oakbrook which is listed at $1,698, while the average apartment in East Lake costs $7,995.
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 13 regular apartments in East Lake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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