
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Lake Merritt District Oakland, CA (40 Rentals)
Apartments in the Lake Merritt District area of Oakland with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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Atlas

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Hanover Northgate

Town29

ReNew on Merritt

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1900 Broadway

Telegraph Arts

Bel Aire Courtyard

ANDYS at 1510 Webster Street

One Piedmont
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Alta Waverly

The Uptown

19th & Harrison

Mily on Piedmont

378 Belmont St

Oak Center Homes

336 Wayne Ave

1506 4th Ave

3215 Filbert St
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Hanover Broadway

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Bell Uptown District

Axis Oakland

Alice House

Edson House

330 Adams St
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Webster Eleven

418 Vernon St

3000 Richmond Blvd

777 Broadway

1200 Lakeshore

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210 Athol Ave

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Piedmont Gardens
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 | $2,379 | $895 | $6,500 |
| Lake Merritt District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,718 | $1,495 | $5,150 |
| Lake Merritt District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,684 | $1,798 | $6,343 |
| Lake Merritt District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,607 | $2,095 | $6,750 |
| Lake Merritt District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,353 | $2,355 | $6,906 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLake Merritt District, Oakland, CA
Ranked #6
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Merritt District
How much are Studio apartments in Lake Merritt District?
There are currently 869 Studio Apartments in Lake Merritt District with rent ranges from $895 to $6,500 with an average price of $3,348.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Lake Merritt District Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Lake Merritt District ranges from $1,495 to $5,150 with an average monthly rent of $2,718.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Merritt District cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Lake Merritt District range from $1,798 to $6,343. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,684.
How expensive are Lake Merritt District Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 211 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Lake Merritt District on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,095 to $6,750 - averaging $3,607 for the location.
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