Cheap Homes for Rent in East Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,100 (29 Rentals)

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6901 Sunkist Dr

OaklandCA94605

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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 1 Bed unit found at Brookfield Place priced from $779. La Peralta has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable East Oakland apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brookfield Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$779
La PeraltaSRO with BathStudio,1BA$1,195
Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable CommunityStudio 1 Bathroom CStudio,1BA$1,303
3201 Beaumont Ave.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,350
MacArthur HeightsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,395
1929 26th AvenueStudio1BR,1BA$1,495
Raymond Investments LLC.StudioStudio,1BA$1,495
Vue De Lac ApartmentsStudio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Oakland, CA

As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Oakland area is the $1.36 price per square foot 1910 Union St Model at 1910 Union St, Unit 3bd 2bath 2 multi use in the in the Bronze Coast neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value East Oakland apartment is the Loft 4 Model at 1080 Lofts starting at $2,355 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Fruitvale Station 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.
1910 Union St, Unit 3bd 2bath 2 multi use1910 Union St3BR,2BA$1.36
1080 LoftsLoft 4Studio ,1BA$1.31
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work loftsStudio ,1BA$1.23
Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.44
1914 6th Ave, Unit #21914 6th Ave2BR,1BA$2.08
2869 38th Ave, Unit 28692869 38th Ave2BR,1BA$2.05
1428 78th Ave, Unit 11428 78th Ave1BR,1BA$1.95
Sunny View Terrace2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.00
2401 Park Blvd unit 3a, Unit Park Blvd2401 Park Blvd unit 3a3BR,1.5BA$1.12
Brookfield Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.23

Frequently Asked Questions about East Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in East Oakland?

There are currently 4895 Apartments for Rent in East Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $8,395. There are also 155 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Oakland ranging from $1,150 to $12,195.

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 $12,195 with an average monthly rent of $3,530.

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 $850 to $8,395, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $6,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,300.

Expert Rental Resources

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