Cheap Homes for Rent in Fruitvale Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,500 (6 Rentals)

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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 Palm Haus priced from $1,713. Sausal Haus has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,713. Here are the most affordable Fruitvale apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palm HausFloor Plan B 1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,713
Sausal HausFloor Plan B 1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,713
Village HausFloor Plan C 2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$2,032

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fruitvale, CA

As of June 08, 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 2934 Ford St Model at 2934 Ford St, Unit Ford Street Studios 1 starting at $1,395 with a $1.16 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
2934 Ford St, Unit Ford Street Studios 12934 Ford St1BR,1BA$1.16
Exchange StudiosFlat AStudio ,1BA$2.49
3030 Chapman - PE Gallot2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$3.22
Village HausFloor Plan C 2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$2.54
Palm HausFloor Plan B 1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$3.11
Sausal HausFloor Plan B 1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$3.11
Station HausFloor Plan B 1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$3.48

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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 #81

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fruitvale

What type of rentals are currently available in Fruitvale?

There are currently 257 Apartments for Rent in Fruitvale, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,395 to $2,725. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fruitvale ranging from $1,595 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fruitvale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fruitvale ranges from $1,595 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,741.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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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.