
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grand Lake Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,100 (191 Rentals)
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Fountainbleau Apartments

635 El Dorado Ave

Erie Street Apartments

281 Perkins

476 Weldon

Lagunitas Towers

Wayne Allen

360 Vernon St

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380 Bellevue Ave

761 Kingston Ave

833 Erie St

165 Santa Rosa Ave

3650-3654 Grand Ave

415 Adams St

37 Moss Ave

459 Boulevard Way

Harrison Manor

739 Jean St
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430-434 Sunnyslope Ave

970 Vermont St

876 Walker Ave

497-503 Fairbanks Ave

746 Walker Ave

584 Vernon St

1027 Warfield Ave

568 Fairmount Ave

810 Walker Ave

Grande Lake Terrace
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505 Chetwood St

21 Moss Ave

827 Warfield Ave

St Andrew Park

551 Chetwood St

416 Staten Ave

51 Yosemite Ave

506-508 Valle Vista Ave

500 Vernon St

275 Monte Vista Ave
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746 Rand Ave

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881 York St

MacArthur Apartments

438 Orange St

3501-3505 Lakeshore Ave

431, 431 1/2 Lagunitas Av

394 Orange St

415 Vernon St

841 Erie St
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Grand Lake, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Grand Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,440 | $2,095 | $3,328 |
| Grand Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,615 | $2,350 | $2,895 |
| Grand Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $22,481 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 191 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Grand Lake Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Grand Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Grand Lake area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 429 Bellevue priced from $1,745. 580 Vernon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Grand Lake apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 429 Bellevue | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
| 580 Vernon | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Fountainbleau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,225 |
| 345 MacArthur | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| 635 El Dorado Ave | 103 | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| 3792 Harrison Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| 3761 Harrison Street Apartments | Two Bed - Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,600 |
| 472 Jean | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grand Lake, CA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Grand Lake area is the $2.12 price per square foot D1 Model at Mariposa in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $5,095. The second greatest value Grand Lake apartment is the 103 Model at 635 El Dorado Ave starting at $2,350 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Harrison Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Grand Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariposa | D1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| 635 El Dorado Ave | 103 | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Fountainbleau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 495 Elwood Ave, Unit 7 | 495 Elwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| 3761 Harrison Street Apartments | Two Bed - Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| 3792 Harrison Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 472 Jean | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
| 150 Pearl St, Unit Unit 211 | 150 Pearl St | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| 352 Palm Ave, Unit 2 | 352 Palm Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| 345 MacArthur | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Grand Lake Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Grand Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Grand Lake Apartment is $2,225 at Fountainbleau Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Grand Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Grand Lake is starting from $2,095 at 580 Vernon.
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