Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,300 (94 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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1919 42nd St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1919 42nd St

1919 42nd 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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Bali High
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bali High

2619 High StOakland, CA 94619
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3525 Gray St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3525 Gray St

3525 Gray StOakland, CA 94601
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2641 High St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2641 High St

2641 High StOakland, CA 94619
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4124 Lyon Ave
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

4124 Lyon Ave

4124 Lyon AveOakland, CA 94601
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2019 High St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2019 High St

2019 High StOakland, CA 94601

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4100 Lyon Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4100 Lyon Ave

4100 Lyon AveOakland, CA 94601
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2532 High St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2532 High St

2532 High StOakland, CA 94601
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2218 High St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2218 High St

2218 High StOakland, CA 94601
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2122 High St
Studio Apartments

2122 High St

2122 High StOakland, CA 94601
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2132 High St
Studio Apartments

2132 High St

2132 High StOakland, CA 94601
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4525 Fairfax Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

4525 Fairfax Ave

4525 Fairfax 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

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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2228 48th Ave
Studio Apartments

2228 48th Ave

2228 48th AveOakland, CA 94601
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2181 48th Ave
Studio Apartments

2181 48th Ave

2181 48th 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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2006 38th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2006 38th Ave

2006 38th 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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2167 48th Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2167 48th Ave

2167 48th AveOakland, CA 94601

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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2112 35th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2112 35th Ave

2112 35th AveOakland, CA 94601
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4087 E 18th St
Studio Apartments

4087 E 18th St

4087 E 18th StOakland, CA 94601
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3561 Davis St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3561 Davis St

3561 Davis StOakland, CA 94601
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4124 Lyon Ave
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

4124 Lyon Ave

4124 Lyon AveOakland, CA 94601
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4107 Lyon Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4107 Lyon Ave

4107 Lyon AveOakland, CA 94601

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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2144 High St
Studio Apartments

2144 High St

2144 High StOakland, CA 94601
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4060 Lyon Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4060 Lyon Ave

4060 Lyon AveOakland, CA 94601
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2212 High St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2212 High St

2212 High StOakland, CA 94601
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Lyon's Apartment
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lyon's Apartment

4065 Lyon AveOakland, CA 94601
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2066 High St
Studio Apartments

2066 High St

2066 High StOakland, CA 94601
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2290 High St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2290 High St

2290 High StOakland, CA 94601
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2262-2270 High St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2262-2270 High St

2262-2270 High StOakland, CA 94601

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

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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

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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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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.

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