Cheap Homes for Rent in Lakeshore Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,600 (16 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at Piedmont priced from $1,300. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
PiedmontStudio Income-RestrictedStudio,1BA$1,300
Lenox Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,550
840 York ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,599
240 GrandStudio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,645
Park Glenview ApartmentsB Plan1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeshore, CA

As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lakeshore area is the $1.55 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment Model at 350 Vernon in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Lakeshore apartment is the 3273 Kempton Ave Model at 3273 Kempton Ave, Unit 3273 starting at $4,100 with a $2.69 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
350 Vernon2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$1.55
3273 Kempton Ave, Unit 32733273 Kempton Ave3BR,2BA$2.69
One Piedmont2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.78
MariposaC12BR,1BA$2.22
169 Santa Rosa2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$2.81
276 Adams1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$2.15
Fountainbleau Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.41
369 palm ave, Unit 27369 palm ave2BR,1BA$2.68
115 Moss1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$2.75
840 York ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lakeshore, Oakland, CA

Ranked #52

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeshore

What type of rentals are currently available in Lakeshore?

There are currently 1422 Apartments for Rent in Lakeshore, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $21,745. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lakeshore ranging from $1,625 to $8,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lakeshore?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lakeshore ranges from $1,625 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,922.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lakeshore?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lakeshore range from $2,700 to $4,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.