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840 York StOakland, CA 94610
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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 | $2,470 | $1,475 | $3,387 |
| Lakeshore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,847 | $1,695 | $4,590 |
| Lakeshore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,822 | $2,150 | $5,689 |
| Lakeshore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,970 | $3,495 | $6,205 |
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There are currently 87 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Lakeshore Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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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 840 York Apartments priced from $1,475. Lenox Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Lakeshore apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 840 York Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| Lenox Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Mariposa | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Fairmount Heights LLC. | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 329 Lester Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Room For Rent! | Euclid All Units | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Park Glenview Apartments | B Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 226 Athol | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeshore, CA
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lakeshore area is the $2.83 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at 115 Moss in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Lakeshore apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at 350 Vernon starting at $2,895 with a $2.99 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 115 Moss | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| 350 Vernon | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| 95 41st St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Fountainbleau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Euclid Apartments LLC. | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Mariposa | B3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| 3792 Harrison Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 1251 Sunnyhills Rd, Unit Garden Studio Apartment | 1251 Sunnyhills Rd | Studio ,1BA | $2.40 |
| 696 Athol Ave, Unit 104 | 696 Athol Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| 840 York Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeshore Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lakeshore?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lakeshore is under $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakeshore?
The cheapest apartment in Lakeshore is 840 York Apartments which is listed at $1,499, while the average apartment in Lakeshore costs $4,443.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lakeshore?
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 27 regular apartments in Lakeshore 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 Lakeshore?
Cheap apartments in Lakeshore have an average cost of $719 which is $3,724 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakeshore.
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