Apartments for Rent in the East Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA (5,015 Rentals)

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1050-1066 47th Ave
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$2,648 - $3,408

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Base Rent$2,648 - $3,408
Total Monthly Price$2,648 - $3,408
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1050-1066 47th Ave

1050-1066 47th AveOakland, CA 94601
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Alta Waverly
$2,731 - $4,152

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Alta Waverly

2302 Valdez StOakland, CA 94612
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3507 Victor Ave, Unit 3
$1,975

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Base Rent$1,975
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3507 Victor Ave, Unit 3

3507 Victor AveOakland, CA 94619
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8400 MacArthur Blvd, Unit A
$2,500

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Base Rent$2,500
Total Monthly Price$2,500
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8400 MacArthur Blvd, Unit A

8400 MacArthur BlvdOakland, CA 94605
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1293 83rd Ave, Unit 1291
$3,000

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1293 83rd Ave, Unit 1291

1293 83rd AveOakland, CA 94621
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property at 1637 85th Ave
$1,200

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1637 85th Ave

OaklandCA94621
property at 6559 Simson St
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000
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6559 Simson St, Unit ADU

6559 Simson St
OaklandCA94605
property at 2456 88th Ave
$3,500

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Base Rent$3,500
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2456 88th Ave

OaklandCA94605
property at 6901 Sunkist Dr
$1,150 - $3,333
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6901 Sunkist Dr

OaklandCA94605
property at 2206 23rd Ave
$3,200

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2206 23rd Ave

OaklandCA94606

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East Oakland, Oakland, CA Local Guide

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Oakland. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with young children, location matters. Amongst all of the submarkets in Oakland, this residential area is amongst the finest communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and more.

Outdoors Rating

We think living with nice outdoor spaces is critically important. This part of town is a highly-rated neighborhood for its many parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

East Oakland has a reputation as one of the A-list luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, maid services, park access, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise pets? this area is now ranked as one of the best-regarded neighborhoods for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about East Oakland

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the East Oakland area of Oakland, CA?

As of today, September 19, 2026, there are currently 5,015 available East Oakland apartments priced from $1,095 to $10,245, with an average monthly rent of $2,920.

How much are Studio apartments in East Oakland?

There are currently 2,488 Studio Apartments in East Oakland with rent ranges from $1,095 to $4,300 with an average price of $2,112.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom East Oakland Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in East Oakland ranges from $1,375 to $5,150 with an average monthly rent of $2,564.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in East Oakland cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in East Oakland range from $1,698 to $6,045. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,156.

How expensive are East Oakland Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 764 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East Oakland on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,025 to $10,245 - averaging $4,141 for the location.

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