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634 15th StOakland, CA 94612
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550 24th StOakland, CA 94612
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1461 Alice StOakland, CA 94612
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184 13th StOakland, CA 94612
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801 14th StOakland, CA 94607
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1529 Alice StOakland, CA 94612
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624 Brooklyn AveOakland, CA 94606
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1520 Castro StOakland, CA 94612
518 7th St
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392 11th StOakland, CA 94607
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520 Van Buren AveOakland, CA 94610
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1431 Jackson StOakland, CA 94612
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1505 Jackson StOakland, CA 94612
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2415 Valdez StOakland, CA 94612
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359 Grand AveOakland, CA 94610
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1130 30th StOakland, CA 94608
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2000 Linden StOakland, CA 94607
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547 24th StOakland, CA 94612
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220 Grand AveOakland, CA 94610
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215 W MacArthur BlvdOakland, CA 94611
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2801 Summit StOakland, CA 94609
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123 17th StOakland, CA 94612
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3301 Telegraph AveOakland, CA 94609
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Lake Merritt District, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Merritt District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Merritt District Studio Apartments | $2,430 | $895 | $6,500 |
| Lake Merritt District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,080 | $1,250 | $6,464 |
| Lake Merritt District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,099 | $1,910 | $6,095 |
| Lake Merritt District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,284 | $2,095 | $10,000+ |
| Lake Merritt District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,456 | $1,762 | $7,887 |
| Lake Merritt District 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,174 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Lake Merritt District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Merritt District area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Claridge Hotel LP. priced from $895. Northgate Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Lake Merritt District apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claridge Hotel LP. | SRO | Studio, | $895 |
| Northgate Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Electric Lofts | Studio H AFF | Studio,1BA | $1,305 |
| ArtHaus Northgate | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,398 |
| Oak Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,398 |
| Nook on Valdez | FLOOR PLAN B | Studio,1BA | $1,435 |
| val1415 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,459 |
| Alice Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Linden Haus | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,523 |
| ArtHaus Grand | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,567 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Merritt District, CA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Merritt District area is the $2.43 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms Model at Mason at Hive in the in the Ralph Bunche neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Lake Merritt District apartment is the SLO L5 Model at Telegraph Lofts starting at $3,705 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the Pill Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Merritt District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Mason at Hive | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms | 3BR,3BA | $2.43 |
| Telegraph Lofts | SLO L5 | Studio ,1.5BA | $2.83 |
| 2208 Lakeshore Ave | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| 3215 Filbert St | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Fountainbleau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 443 Lee St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 59 10th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Lake Park Senior Living | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| The Alician Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Piedmont | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Merritt District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lake Merritt District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lake Merritt District is under $1,567.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lake Merritt District?
The cheapest apartment in Lake Merritt District is Northgate Terrace which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Lake Merritt District costs $3,175.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lake Merritt District?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 33 regular apartments in Lake Merritt District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lake Merritt District?
Cheap apartments in Lake Merritt District have an average cost of $1,221 which is $1,954 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lake Merritt District.
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