
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Lower Hills District Oakland, CA from $1,300 (9 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Lower Hills District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Hills District 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,900 | $3,900 | $3,900 |
| Lower Hills District 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,505 | $2,900 | $6,800 |
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There are currently 9 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 1 Bed unit found at 2039 MacArthur Blvd priced from $1,425. 14th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. 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 |
| 14th Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| 3669 39th Ave | 3669 39th Ave - 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Hills District, CA
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Hills District area is the $1.97 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the in the Dimond neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Lower Hills District apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 3719 Emerson St starting at $3,346 with a $3.12 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| 3719 Emerson St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| 02943 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| Sausal Gardens | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 1777 & 1781 Sausal St | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| The Chase Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| 2124 5th Ave, Unit Apt B | 2124 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| 3600 Dimond Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 2110 11th Ave, Unit 2110 | 2110 11th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 2039 MacArthur Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Lower Hills District?
There are currently 1507 Apartments for Rent in Lower Hills District, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,700 to $4,273. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lower Hills District ranging from $1,395 to $6,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lower Hills District?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lower Hills District ranges from $1,395 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $4,013.
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