
Homes for Rent in Oakland, CA Under $2,000 (49 Rentals)


1007 41st St, Unit 415

3201 Star Ave

7878 Ney Ave

8106 Holly St

5412 Claremont Ave, Unit 33

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5412 Claremont Ave, Unit 6

626 8th St, Unit #3
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5499 Claremont Ave, Unit 3

1732 6th Ave, Unit 7

2658 23rd Ave, Unit Bedroom 1

546 Merrimac St

1459 MacArthur Blvd

767 17th St

365 Hanover Ave, Unit 105

961 Yerba Buena Ave, Unit 5

5339 Broadway
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6115 Old Quarry Loop, Unit 6115

1611 103rd Ave, Unit 1Bed

6115 Old Quarry Loop

1830 10th Ave, Unit 8

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1009 E 22nd St

624 Brooklyn Ave, Unit 103

2555 Foothill Blvd, Unit 106

1515 Center St
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399 Bellevue Ave, Unit A

1214 13th Ave

5015 Melrose Ave, Unit c

3524 Foothill Blvd

5918 Martin Luther King Jr Way

2501 Ivy Dr

359 Grand Ave

1780 Boxcar Cir

1729 Seminary Ave, Unit 2
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524 41st St

1637 85th Ave

6901 Sunkist Dr

6540 Valley View Rd

2117 106th Ave

990 55th St

1377 Ardmore Dr

1377 Ardmore Dr

2620 Santa Clara Ave
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1816 Carleton St, Unit F

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4325 Essex St

1227 Hopkins St
Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,979 | $1,000 | $7,500 |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,007 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,900 | $1,400 | $8,000 |
| Oakland 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,132 | $4,995 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,500 | $8,500 | $8,500 |
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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 $521 to $22,075. There are also 316 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland ranging from $885 to $25,000.
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 $885 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,467.
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 $850 to $10,245, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $845.
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