
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakeshore Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $713 (82 Rentals)
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624 Brooklyn Ave, Unit 103

3946 Shafter Ave

365 Hanover Ave, Unit 105

Lenox Avenue Apartments

570 Boden Way

Fairmount Heights LLC.

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580 Wesley Ave

624 Brooklyn Ave, Unit 107
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2519 7th Ave

359 Grand Ave

359 Grand Ave

2501 Ivy Dr

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2208 Carroll St

ArtHaus Grand

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431 Lee St.

353 Grand Avenue Apartments

Northwood Court Apartment

264 Lee St

263 Euclid Ave

Piedmont Gardens

375 Staten Ave
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473-477 Ellita Ave

226 Athol

1000 E 33rd St

275 41st St

Moss Terrace Apartments

480 Crescent St

Diamond Terrace

1459 MacArthur Blvd

Park Glenview Apartments

Euclid Ave Apartments
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447 Orange St

655 Wesley Ave

Euclid Apartments LLC.

Saxony Apartments

389 Vernon St

40 Moss Ave

625 El Dorado Ave

366 Staten Ave

329 Lester Ave
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Lakeshore, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakeshore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Studio Apartments | $1,906 | $1,650 | $2,300 |
| Lakeshore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,242 | $1,750 | $2,795 |
| Lakeshore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $2,145 | $5,095 |
| Lakeshore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Lakeshore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakeshore area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at ArtHaus Grand priced from $1,567. Piedmont has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,681. Here are the most affordable Lakeshore apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ArtHaus Grand | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,567 |
| Piedmont | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,681 |
| Diamond Terrace | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 480 Crescent St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Lenox Avenue Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Euclid Apartments LLC. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 570 Boden Way | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,925 |
| Fairmount Heights LLC. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| 2511 7th | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| 731 Oakland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeshore, CA
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeshore area is the $2.63 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 2208 Lakeshore Ave in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Lakeshore apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Fountainbleau Apartments starting at $2,225 with a $2.41 price per square foot in the Harrison Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeshore apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2208 Lakeshore Ave | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| Fountainbleau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 443 Lee St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 3761 Harrison Street Apartments | Two Bed - Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| 175 Santa Rosa Ave | 1 Br | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Piedmont | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 480 Crescent St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Lenox Avenue Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Euclid Apartments LLC. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| Diamond Terrace | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLakeshore, 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 ArtHaus Grand listed at $1,567.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeshore Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeshore Apartment is $1,681 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 $1,999 at 2511 7th.
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