Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Meadow Brook Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $500 (50 Rentals)

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2134 E 27th St

OaklandCA94606
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Mark Twain Homes
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mark Twain Homes

3525 Lyon AveOakland, CA 94601
Senior Living

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Village Haus
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Haus

2554 E 16th StOakland, CA 94601
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2519 7th Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2519 7th Ave

2519 7th AveOakland, CA 94606
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Casa Madrone
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Madrone

1937 26th AveOakland, CA 94601
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Cruz Haus
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cruz Haus

1701-1707 36th AveOakland, CA 94601
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Zorah Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Zorah Apartments

500 Zorah StOakland, CA 94606

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Station Haus
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Station Haus

1454 36th AveOakland, CA 94601
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Palm Haus
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palm Haus

1616 35th AveOakland, CA 94601
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3600 Dimond Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3600 Dimond Ave

3600 Dimond AveOakland, CA 94602
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ArtHaus Oakbrook
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

ArtHaus Oakbrook

1232 E 19th StOakland, CA 94606
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Garden Haus
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Haus

1732-1744 27th AveOakland, CA 94601

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Diamond Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Diamond Terrace

1459 MacArthur BlvdOakland, CA 94602
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1000 E 33rd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1000 E 33rd St

1000 E 33rd StOakland, CA 94610
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3405 Dimond Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3405 Dimond Ave

3405 Dimond AveOakland, CA 94602
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2000 36th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2000 36th Ave

2000 36th AveOakland, CA 94601
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The Cordova
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Cordova

882 Cleveland StOakland, CA 94606
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Oxford Arms LLC.
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oxford Arms LLC.

2210 10th AveOakland, CA 94606
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2805 E 16th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2805 E 16th St

2805 E 16th StOakland, CA 94601
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Meadow Brook, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Meadow Brook Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Meadow Brook area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 2308 Foothill Blvd priced from $1,350. Casa Madrone has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable Meadow Brook apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2308 Foothill Blvd0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,350
Casa Madrone0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,395
2039 MacArthur Blvd1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,495
Station HausFloor Plan A Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,593
1929 26th AvenueStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
School Street Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,695
3600 Dimond Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,695
ArtHaus OakbrookFloor Plan A Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,723
Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,765

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meadow Brook, CA

As of June 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meadow Brook area is the $1.81 price per square foot Loft 4 Model at 1080 Lofts in the in the Fruitvale Station neighborhood starting from $3,255. The second greatest value Meadow Brook 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 Meadow Brook apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1080 LoftsLoft 4Studio ,1BA$1.81
1000 E 33rd St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.85
2425-2429 Humboldt Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.19
1777 & 1781 Sausal St2x12BR,1BA$2.67
2537 34th Ave, Unit C2537 34th Ave2BR,1BA$2.94
2603 Humboldt Ave, Unit 12603 Humboldt Ave1BR,1BA$2.67
Oxford Arms LLC.2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.75
2515 Wakefield Ave, Unit 2515 Wakefield Avenue2515 Wakefield Ave1BR,1BA$2.50
3600 Dimond Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.83
2039 MacArthur Blvd1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.72

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Meadow Brook, Oakland, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meadow Brook Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Meadow Brook?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Meadow Brook is at 2308 Foothill Blvd listed at $1,350.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Meadow Brook Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Meadow Brook Apartment is $1,495 at 2039 MacArthur Blvd.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Meadow Brook Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Meadow Brook is starting from $1,795 at 1000 E 33rd St.

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