2318 9th Ave
OaklandCA94606
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Hills District Oakland, CA from $1,100 (17 Rentals)
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Oakland Heights - Senior Apartments
2350 E 29th StOakland, CA 94606
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840 York Apartments
840 York StOakland, CA 94610
1939 E 29th St
OaklandCA94606
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1718 15th Ave
OaklandCA94606
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2423 19th Ave
OaklandCA94606
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1468-1474 MacArthur Blvd
OaklandCA94602
1945 E 28th St
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1009 E 22nd St
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Lower Hills District, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Hills District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Hills District Studio Apartments | $1,630 | $1,465 | $1,950 |
| Lower Hills District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $1,199 | $2,095 |
| Lower Hills District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $2,000 | $3,600 |
| Lower Hills District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,579 | $2,249 | $3,150 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower Hills District Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lower Hills District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Hills District area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Oakland Heights - Senior Apartments priced from $1,465. 840 York Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,475. Here are the most affordable Lower Hills District apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Heights - Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,465 |
| 840 York Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| 3201 Beaumont Ave. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 3405 Dimond Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
| Park Glenview Apartments | B Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Hills District, CA
As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Hills District area is the $2.40 price per square foot 3BR/3.0BA Model at 35th Ave in the in the Woodminster neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Lower Hills District apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Oakland Heights - Senior Apartments starting at $1,765 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Dimond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Hills District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35th Ave | 3BR/3.0BA | 3BR,3BA | $2.40 |
| Oakland Heights - Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 2811 Garden St, Unit B | 2811 Garden St | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 1777 & 1781 Sausal St | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| The Chase Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 2132 19th Ave, Unit B | 2132 19th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Oxford Arms LLC. | 3 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 696 Athol Ave, Unit 104 | 696 Athol Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| 2715 25th Ave | 2715 25th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| 840 York Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.70 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Lower Hills District Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Hills District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lower Hills District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lower Hills District is under $1,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Hills District?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Hills District is 840 York Apartments which is listed at $1,499, while the average apartment in Lower Hills District costs $2,567.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower Hills District?
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 3 regular apartments in Lower Hills District 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 Lower Hills District?
Cheap apartments in Lower Hills District have an average cost of $491 which is $2,076 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower Hills District.
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