Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakeshore Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $700 (92 Rentals)

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$1,780

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321 Athol Ave
OaklandCA94606
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661 Fairmount Ave, Unit 661
$2,000
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Studio Apartment Available Sep 20

661 Fairmount Ave, Unit 661

661 Fairmount AveOakland, CA 94611
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2519 7th Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2519 7th Ave

2519 7th AveOakland, CA 94606
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Piedmont
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Piedmont

215 W MacArthur BlvdOakland, CA 94611
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443 Lee St
1 Bedroom Apartments

443 Lee St

443 Lee StOakland, CA 94610
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2208 Carroll St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2208 Carroll St

2208 Carroll StOakland, CA 94606
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Zorah Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Zorah Apartments

500 Zorah StOakland, CA 94606

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Lee Haus
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lee Haus

245 Lee StOakland, CA 94610
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480 Crescent St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

480 Crescent St

480 Crescent StOakland, CA 94610
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Carroll Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Carroll Manor

2215 Carroll StOakland, CA 94606
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359 Grand Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

359 Grand Ave

359 Grand AveOakland, CA 94610
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840 York Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

840 York Apartments

840 York StOakland, CA 94610
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Montecito Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montecito Apartments

149 Montecito AveOakland, CA 94610
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431 Lee St.
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

431 Lee St.

431 Lee StOakland, CA 94610

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264 Lee St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

264 Lee St

264 Lee StOakland, CA 94610
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263 Euclid Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

263 Euclid Ave

263 Euclid AveOakland, CA 94610
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Piedmont Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Piedmont Gardens

181 Santa Rosa AveOakland, CA 94610
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375 Staten Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

375 Staten Ave

375 Staten AveOakland, CA 94610
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279 Lee St
1 Bedroom Apartments

279 Lee St

279 Lee StOakland, CA 94610
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275 41st St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

275 41st St

275 41st StOakland, CA 94611
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1000 E 33rd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1000 E 33rd St

1000 E 33rd StOakland, CA 94610
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226 Athol
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

226 Athol

226 Athol AveOakland, CA 94606
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Diamond Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Diamond Terrace

1459 MacArthur BlvdOakland, CA 94602

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Euclid Apartments LLC.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Euclid Apartments LLC.

380 Euclid AveOakland, CA 94610
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447 Orange St
1 Bedroom Apartments

447 Orange St

447 Orange StOakland, CA 94610
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Euclid Ave Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Euclid Ave Apartments

372 Euclid AveOakland, CA 94610
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Room For Rent!
Studio Apartments

Room For Rent!

390 Euclid AveOakland, CA 94610
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655 Wesley Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

655 Wesley Ave

655 Wesley AveOakland, CA 94610
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415 Lagunitas Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

415 Lagunitas Ave

415 Lagunitas AveOakland, CA 94610
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Saxony Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saxony Apartments

561 Oakland AveOakland, CA 94611
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389 Vernon St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

389 Vernon St

389 Vernon StOakland, CA 94610
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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.

Lakeshore, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lakeshore Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakeshore area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Piedmont priced from $1,381. 443 Lee St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,545. Here are the most affordable Lakeshore apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Piedmont1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted1BR,1BA$1,381
443 Lee St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,545
1000 E 33rd St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,795
Fairmount Heights LLC.1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,845
Lenox Avenue Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,895
570 Boden Way0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$2,095
Cleveland Properties (882)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,095
Oak Grove - 351 Lester2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2,750
630 Mariposa2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$2,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeshore, CA

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeshore area is the $2.72 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 2208 Lakeshore Ave in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Lakeshore apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 3719 Emerson St starting at $3,479 with a $3.25 price per square foot in the Montclair Business neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeshore apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2208 Lakeshore Ave2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2.72
3719 Emerson St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$3.25
765 Rand Ave2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$3.35
1000 E 33rd St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.85
Piedmont2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted2BR,1BA$2.49
630 Mariposa2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$3.93
150 Pearl St, Unit 211150 Pearl St1BR,1BA$3.68
Oak Grove - 351 Lester2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$4.15
Lenox Avenue Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.45
443 Lee St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$3.64

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Lakeshore, Oakland, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeshore Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lakeshore?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lakeshore is at 570 Boden Way listed at $2,095.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeshore Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeshore Apartment is $1,381 at Piedmont.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakeshore Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakeshore is starting from $1,795 at 1000 E 33rd St.

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