
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Foothill Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $900 (111 Rentals)
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3024 Fruitvale Ave

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2537 34th Ave, Unit C

1714 Twenty-Seventh

2725 23rd Ave

2515 Foothill Blvd

3222 E 27th St

2133 34th Ave

2711 23rd Ave

2216 E 23rd St
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2442 23rd Ave

1921 26th Ave

1920 25th Ave

2120 E 22nd St

2538 Highland Ave

Casa Madrone

3002 Bona St

1634-1638 23rd Ave

2827 22nd Ave

2240 Coolidge Ave
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1921 E 26th St

2832 19th Ave

3115-3121 Davis St

2637 Grand Vista Ave

2361 Fruitvale Ave

2224 24th Ave

3063 Blossom St

2430 27th Ave

3050-3058 Davis St

2538 26th Ave
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2425 E 21st St

1945 26th Ave

1919 Fruitvale Ave

2300-2306 Fruitvale Ave

2657 Wallace St

2337 21st Ave

2505 Foothill Blvd

3227 Prentiss St

2231 23rd Ave

2460 34th Ave
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Multi-Family

3231 Prentiss St

Fruitvale Apartments

2678 Coolidge Ave

3228 Logan St

Sausal Gardens

3002-3004 Foothill Blvd

2304 E 22nd St

Casa De Sol Apartments

2622-2624 E 25th St
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Foothill, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Foothill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foothill Studio Apartments | $1,470 | $1,395 | $1,595 |
| Foothill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $950 | $1,895 |
| Foothill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,423 | $2,199 | $2,650 |
| Foothill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $2,295 | $2,295 |
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There are currently 111 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Foothill Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Foothill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Foothill area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Village Haus priced from $1,321. Casa Madrone has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable Foothill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Haus | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,321 |
| Casa Madrone | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 1929 26th Avenue | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Sausal Haus | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,713 |
| Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,765 |
| 3024 Fruitvale Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| 1777 & 1781 Sausal St | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foothill, CA
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Foothill area is the $2.67 price per square foot 2x1 Model at 1777 & 1781 Sausal St in the in the Dimond neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Foothill apartment is the 2537 34th Ave Model at 2537 34th Ave, Unit C starting at $2,650 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the Patten neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Foothill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1777 & 1781 Sausal St | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 2537 34th Ave, Unit C | 2537 34th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 2515 Wakefield Ave, Unit 2515 Wakefield Avenue | 2515 Wakefield Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 3024 Fruitvale Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Sausal Haus | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Village Haus | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 1929 26th Avenue | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.38 |
| Casa Madrone | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $4.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Foothill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Foothill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Foothill is at Casa Madrone listed at $1,395.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Foothill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Foothill Apartment is $1,321 at Village Haus.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Foothill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Foothill is starting from $2,032 at Village Haus.
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