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3883 Turquoise WayOakland, CA 94609
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4600-5280 Adeline StOakland, CA 94608
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4211 Martin Luther King Jr Way
4211 Martin Luther King Jr WayOakland, CA 94609
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4534 Martin Luther King Jr WayOakland, CA 94609
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4030-4038 Martin Luther King Jr Way
4030-4038 Martin Luther King Jr WayOakland, CA 94609
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3900 Adeline
3900 Adeline StEmeryville, CA 94608
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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 | $2,629 | $1,800 | $3,382 |
| Longfellow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,028 | $1,850 | $5,738 |
| Longfellow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,273 | $1,975 | $8,380 |
| Longfellow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,558 | $3,325 | $8,750 |
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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 3900 Adeline priced from $1,800. Residences at Lake Merritt has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,854. Here are the most affordable Longfellow apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3900 Adeline | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Residences at Lake Merritt | Studio E1C | Studio,1BA | $1,854 |
| Portico Waterfront | S9 | Studio,1BA | $2,111 |
| The Lark | Studio S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,210 |
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Studio-Q | Studio,1BA | $2,422 |
| URSA Berkeley | ALPHA | Studio,1BA | $2,695 |
| Atlas | Joaquin Miller | 1BR,1BA | $2,845 |
| Bayview Apartments | C4 | 3BR,2BA | $4,460 |
| B28 | 3A | 3BR,2BA | $6,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Longfellow, CA
As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Longfellow area is the $5.18 price per square foot Studio-Q Model at The Skylyne at Temescal in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $2,422. The second greatest value Longfellow apartment is the Studio Model at 3900 Adeline starting at $1,800 with a $5.52 price per square foot in the West Oakland 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Studio-Q | Studio ,1BA | $5.18 |
| 3900 Adeline | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.52 |
Getting Around the Longfellow Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
95 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
63 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Longfellow Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Longfellow?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Longfellow is under $6,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Longfellow?
The cheapest apartment in Longfellow is 3900 Adeline which is listed at $2,225, while the average apartment in Longfellow costs $4,682.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Longfellow?
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 33 regular apartments in Longfellow 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 Longfellow?
Cheap apartments in Longfellow have an average cost of $1,409 which is $3,273 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Longfellow.
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