
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Longfellow Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,586 (8 Rentals)
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859 47th St

961 Yerba Buena Ave, Unit 5

1007 41st St, Unit 415
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ArtHaus Yerba Buena

3900 Adeline

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Longfellow, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Longfellow?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longfellow Studio Apartments | $1,641 | $1,586 | $2,215 |
| Longfellow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,281 | $1,750 | $3,821 |
| Longfellow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,726 | $2,345 | $4,696 |
| Longfellow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,739 | $3,715 | $6,774 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Longfellow Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Longfellow Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Longfellow area of Oakland, CA is a Studio unit found at ArtHaus 820 priced from $1,586. ArtHaus Yerba Buena has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here are the most affordable Longfellow apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ArtHaus 820 | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,586 |
| ArtHaus Yerba Buena | Floor Plan B Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| 3900 Adeline | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Longfellow, CA
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Longfellow area is the $2.51 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 864 34th Street - 1196 in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Longfellow apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 3615 Martin Luther King Jr Way starting at $2,195 with a $3.11 price per square foot in the Ralph Bunche neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Longfellow apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 864 34th Street - 1196 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| 3615 Martin Luther King Jr Way | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Jr 1 Bed/1 Bath-PP | 1BR,1BA | $6.35 |
| ArtHaus 820 | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.29 |
| 3900 Adeline | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.13 |
| ArtHaus Yerba Buena | Floor Plan B Studio 1BA | Studio ,1BA | $7.90 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Longfellow Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Longfellow?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Longfellow is at ArtHaus 820 listed at $1,586.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Longfellow Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Longfellow Apartment is $2,630 at 3900 Adeline.
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