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570 Boden Way
570 Boden WayOakland, CA 94610
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3024 Fruitvale Ave
3024 Fruitvale AveOakland, CA 94602
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3201 Beaumont AveOakland, CA 94602
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1459 MacArthur BlvdOakland, CA 94602
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2440 Palmetto StOakland, CA 94602
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1224-1228 Excelsior AveOakland, CA 94610
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2248 10th AveOakland, CA 94606
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476 Weldon AveOakland, CA 94610
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2725 23rd AveOakland, CA 94606
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524 E 21st St
524 E 21st StOakland, CA 94606
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1513-1515 14th AveOakland, CA 94606
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500 Zorah StOakland, CA 94606
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3644 Magee AveOakland, CA 94619
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4179-4185 Park BlvdOakland, CA 94602
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3464 Champion StOakland, CA 94602
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833 Erie St
833 Erie StOakland, CA 94610
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4347 Leach AveOakland, CA 94602
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3301-3307 35th Ave
3301-3307 35th AveOakland, CA 94619
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3301 Arkansas StOakland, CA 94602
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3607-3609 Maple AveOakland, CA 94602
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3702 Maple AveOakland, CA 94602
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4168 Park BlvdOakland, CA 94602
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430-434 Sunnyslope AveOakland, CA 94610
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2442 23rd AveOakland, CA 94606
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589 Merritt Ave
589 Merritt AveOakland, CA 94610
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3633 Patterson AveOakland, CA 94619
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2282 Park BlvdOakland, CA 94606
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4052 Lincoln Ave
4052 Lincoln AveOakland, CA 94602
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2120 E 22nd StOakland, CA 94606
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2711 23rd AveOakland, CA 94606
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2216 E 23rd StOakland, CA 94606
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655 MacArthur Blvd
655 MacArthur BlvdOakland, CA 94610
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540 Merritt Ave
540 Merritt AveOakland, CA 94610
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3205 Brookdale Ave
3205 Brookdale AveOakland, CA 94602
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406 Athol Ave
406 Athol AveOakland, CA 94606
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739 Jean St
739 Jean StOakland, CA 94610
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1648 10th Ave
1648 10th AveOakland, CA 94606
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3650-3654 Grand Ave
3650-3654 Grand AveOakland, CA 94610
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2538 Highland Ave
2538 Highland AveOakland, CA 94606
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2417 Ivy Dr
2417 Ivy DrOakland, CA 94606
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1847 8th Ave
1847 8th AveOakland, CA 94606
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459 Boulevard Way
459 Boulevard WayOakland, CA 94610
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3675 39th Ave
3675 39th AveOakland, CA 94619
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970 Vermont St
970 Vermont StOakland, CA 94610
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2421-2425 Ivy Dr
2421-2425 Ivy DrOakland, CA 94606
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Casa Madrone
1937 26th AveOakland, CA 94601
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2820 Park BlvdOakland, CA 94610
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3004 Brookdale Ave
3004 Brookdale AveOakland, CA 94602
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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 | $1,687 | $1,280 | $2,095 |
| Lower Hills District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,124 | $1,650 | $4,273 |
| Lower Hills District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,663 | $2,095 | $3,800 |
| Lower Hills District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at 2039 MacArthur Blvd priced from $1,425. Cleveland Properties (882) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Lower Hills District apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2039 MacArthur Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Cleveland Properties (882) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| 3600 Dimond Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| ArtHaus Oakbrook | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,723 |
| Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,765 |
| 1000 E 33rd St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Palmcrest | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,983 |
| 3024 Fruitvale Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $2,049 |
| 570 Boden Way | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Hills District, CA
As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Hills District area is the $3.35 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 765 Rand Ave in the in the Merritt neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Lower Hills District apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 1000 E 33rd St starting at $1,795 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Montclair Business 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 765 Rand Ave | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $3.35 |
| 1000 E 33rd St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 1777 & 1781 Sausal St | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 3811 39TH AVENUE | 3811 39TH AVENUE - 1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 3024 Fruitvale Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Oxford Arms LLC. | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 2124 5th Ave, Unit Apt B | 2124 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| 3600 Dimond Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 2039 MacArthur Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| ArtHaus Oakbrook | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.45 |
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Hills District Apartment is $1,425 at 2039 MacArthur Blvd.
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The best deal on a cheap Lower Hills District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oxford Arms LLC. and starts from $2,095.
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