
Homes for Rent by Owner in Oakland, CA (34 Rentals)


626 8th St, Unit #3

848 E 15th St, Unit B

4766 Geranium Pl

7224 Fresno St, Unit B

2316 Lakeshore Ave, Unit 10

423 7th St, Unit 203

7620 Mountain Blvd, Unit 12
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2224 107th Ave

2441 38th Ave

1009 Arlington Ave

989 45th St

5340 Broadway Ter, Unit 403

6288 Dover St, Unit 6288 Dover St

4076 Santa Rita St

802 Apgar St
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1658 Lower Grand Ave, Unit 1658BCasitaUnit

1724 Lincoln Ave

127 Shepardson Ln

6400 Christie Ave, Unit 2119

4 Commodore Dr, Unit #229

2 Commodore Dr, Unit D377

1202 61st St

1754 Allston Way
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1746 Allston Way

1917 Ninth Street

2708 Channing Way, Unit single rooms

1427 Grizzly Peak Blvd

1418 67th St

1937 Russell St, Unit A

3049 Wheeler St

1390 Dwight Way
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2419 Webster St

1733 La Loma Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,083 | $1,300 | $6,800 |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,006 | $2,199 | $8,500 |
| Oakland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,941 | $2,995 | $6,950 |
| Oakland 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,082 | $5,100 | $9,450 |
| Oakland 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,284 | $4,275 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakland
What type of rentals are currently available in Oakland?
There are currently 9436 Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $27,655. There are also 438 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland ranging from $995 to $12,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oakland?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oakland ranges from $995 to $12,400 with an average monthly rent of $4,329.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oakland?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oakland range from $775 to $27,655, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,199 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $972.
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