Cheap Homes for Rent in East Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,100 (30 Rentals)

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$1,150 - $3,333

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6901 Sunkist Dr

OaklandCA94605
property at 1596 Tucker St

$1,400

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1596 Tucker St

OaklandCA94603

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Cheapest Available East Oakland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Oakland area of Oakland, CA is a Studio unit found at La Peralta priced from $1,245. 3201 Beaumont Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,280. Here are the most affordable East Oakland apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La PeraltaSRO with BathStudio,1BA$1,245
3201 Beaumont Ave.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,280
Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable CommunityStudio 1 Bathroom CStudio,1BA$1,303
The Alician Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,350
MacArthur HeightsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,395
Raymond Investments LLC.StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
Vue De Lac ApartmentsStudio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,545
The Rose on BondFloor Plan A 1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,561

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Oakland, CA

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Oakland area is the $1.36 price per square foot Loft 4 Model at 1080 Lofts in the in the Fruitvale Station neighborhood starting from $2,455. The second greatest value East Oakland apartment is the Live/Work lofts Model at Vulcan Lofts starting at $2,050 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1080 LoftsLoft 4Studio ,1BA$1.36
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work loftsStudio ,1BA$1.23
1050-1066 47th Ave1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.82
Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.44
2934 Ford St, Unit Ford Street Studios 12934 Ford St1BR,1BA$1.16
029432BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.20
1428 78th Ave, Unit 11428 78th Ave1BR,1BA$1.95
3024 Fruitvale Ave3 Bedroom 1 bath3BR,1BA$2.22
San Leandro Apartments1 Bedroom Available1BR,1BA$1.84
Sunny View Terrace2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.00

Frequently Asked Questions about East Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in East Oakland?

There are currently 4892 Apartments for Rent in East Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $895 to $10,581. There are also 135 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Oakland ranging from $1,150 to $10,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Oakland?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Oakland ranges from $1,150 to $10,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,973.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Oakland?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Oakland range from $1,999 to $4,960, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,495 to $5,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,200.

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