Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fruitvale Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,300 (118 Rentals)

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1911 40th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1911 40th Ave

1911 40th AveOakland, CA 94601
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1027 41st Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1027 41st Ave

1027 41st AveOakland, CA 94601
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1919 42nd St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1919 42nd St

1919 42nd StOakland, CA 94601
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3525 Gray St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3525 Gray St

3525 Gray StOakland, CA 94601
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1718 High St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1718 High St

1718 High StOakland, CA 94601
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2133 34th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2133 34th Ave

2133 34th AveOakland, CA 94601
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1430-1436 45th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1430-1436 45th Ave

1430-1436 45th AveOakland, CA 94601
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1869 38th Ave
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1869 38th Ave

1869 38th AveOakland, CA 94601
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1664 35th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1664 35th Ave

1664 35th AveOakland, CA 94601
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2911 E 16th St
Studio Apartments

2911 E 16th St

2911 E 16th StOakland, CA 94601
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3314 Farnam St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3314 Farnam St

3314 Farnam StOakland, CA 94601
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3573 Gray St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3573 Gray St

3573 Gray StOakland, CA 94601
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The Estuary
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Estuary

2901-2961 Glascock StOakland, CA 94601

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2515 Foothill Blvd
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

2515 Foothill Blvd

2515 Foothill BlvdOakland, CA 94601
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3709 San Juan St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3709 San Juan St

3709 San Juan StOakland, CA 94601
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2505 Foothill Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2505 Foothill Blvd

2505 Foothill BlvdOakland, CA 94601
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1534 38th Ave
Studio Apartments

1534 38th Ave

1534 38th AveOakland, CA 94601
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1705 39th Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1705 39th Ave

1705 39th AveOakland, CA 94601
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1714 Bridge Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1714 Bridge Ave

1714 Bridge AveOakland, CA 94601
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1919 Fruitvale Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1919 Fruitvale Ave

1919 Fruitvale AveOakland, CA 94601
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1661 Fruitvale Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1661 Fruitvale Ave

1661 Fruitvale AveOakland, CA 94601

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1501 38th Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1501 38th Ave

1501 38th AveOakland, CA 94601
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1827 38th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1827 38th Ave

1827 38th AveOakland, CA 94601
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Fruitvale Center
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Fruitvale Center

3206-3252 International BlvdOakland, CA 94601
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1576 34th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1576 34th Ave

1576 34th AveOakland, CA 94601
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1721 33rd Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1721 33rd Ave

1721 33rd AveOakland, CA 94601
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2253 E 15th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2253 E 15th St

2253 E 15th StOakland, CA 94606
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3711 San Juan St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3711 San Juan St

3711 San Juan StOakland, CA 94601
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Waterpark Lofts
Studio Apartments

Waterpark Lofts

2875 Glascock StOakland, CA 94601

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1727 27th Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1727 27th Ave

1727 27th AveOakland, CA 94601
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3810 Foothill Blvd
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3810 Foothill Blvd

3810 Foothill BlvdOakland, CA 94601
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1437 25th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1437 25th Ave

1437 25th AveOakland, CA 94601
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2006 38th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2006 38th Ave

2006 38th AveOakland, CA 94601
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1908-1920 38th Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1908-1920 38th Ave

1908-1920 38th AveOakland, CA 94601
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1823-1827 41st Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1823-1827 41st Ave

1823-1827 41st AveOakland, CA 94601

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Fruitvale, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fruitvale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fruitvale area of Oakland, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Station Haus priced from $1,738. 1080 Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,455. Here are the most affordable Fruitvale apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Station HausFloor Plan B 1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,738
1080 LoftsLoft 4Studio,1BA$2,455
Exchange StudiosFlat AStudio,1BA$2,465
Fruitvale HausFloor Plan G 3BR 1.5BA3BR,1BA$2,500
3030 Chapman - PE Gallot2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$2,725
Fruitvale Transit Village2Bdrm Loft2BR,2BA$2,912

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fruitvale, CA

As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fruitvale 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 Fruitvale apartment is the 2Bdrm Loft Model at Fruitvale Transit Village starting at $2,912 with a $2.85 price per square foot in the Fruitvale Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fruitvale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1080 LoftsLoft 4Studio ,1BA$1.36
Fruitvale Transit Village2Bdrm Loft2BR,2BA$2.85
Exchange StudiosFlat AStudio ,1BA$2.49
3030 Chapman - PE Gallot2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$3.22

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fruitvale, Oakland, CA

Ranked #56

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fruitvale Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fruitvale?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fruitvale is at 1080 Lofts listed at $2,455.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fruitvale Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fruitvale is starting from $2,725 at 3030 Chapman - PE Gallot.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.