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Raymond Apartments
1461 Alice StOakland, CA 94612
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1900 Broadway
1950 BroadwayOakland, CA 94612
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Lenox Avenue Apartments
377 Lenox AveOakland, CA 94610
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La Peralta
184 13th StOakland, CA 94612
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Victoria Park Apts Edmond
437 Perkins StOakland, CA 94610
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The Brooklyn (Furnished Rooms)
392 11th StOakland, CA 94607
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Artthaus SIX
825 6th AveOakland, CA 94606
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Hillcastle Apartments
1431 Jackson StOakland, CA 94612
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2044 International Blvd - Sunny Studios
2042-2046 International BlvdOakland, CA 94606
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The Alician Apartments
1450 Alice StOakland, CA 94612
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Regent Darien Apartments LLC.
1505 Jackson StOakland, CA 94612
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ArtHaus Grand
220 Grand AveOakland, CA 94610
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2519 7th Ave
2519 7th AveOakland, CA 94606
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ArtHaus Oakbrook
1232 E 19th StOakland, CA 94606
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2208 Carroll St
2208 Carroll StOakland, CA 94606
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Zorah Apartments
500 Zorah StOakland, CA 94606
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1008 E 23rd St
1002-1008 E 23rd StOakland, CA 94606
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Carroll Manor
2215 Carroll StOakland, CA 94606
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123 17th St Apartments
123 17th StOakland, CA 94612
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Mira Lago Apartments
365 Hanover AveOakland, CA 94606
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Montecito Apartments
149 Montecito AveOakland, CA 94610
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ANDYS at 1510 Webster Street
1510 Webster StOakland, CA 94612
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The Lakemont
1520 Jackson StOakland, CA 94612
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431 Lee St.
431 Lee StOakland, CA 94610
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Palmcrest
1125 E 18th StOakland, CA 94606
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353 Grand Avenue Apartments
353-364 Grand AveOakland, CA 94610
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The Jefferson
581 18th StOakland, CA 94612
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Merritt, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merritt?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merritt Studio Apartments | $2,150 | $1,525 | $2,986 |
| Merritt 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,632 | $1,545 | $5,150 |
| Merritt 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,564 | $1,945 | $5,613 |
| Merritt 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,834 | $2,700 | $8,475 |
| Merritt 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,397 | $1,530 | $6,785 |
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Cheapest Available Merritt Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merritt area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at The Alician Apartments priced from $1,295. ArtHaus Grand has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,348. Here are the most affordable Merritt apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Alician Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| ArtHaus Grand | B | Studio,1BA | $1,348 |
| Raymond Apartments | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| ArtHaus Oakbrook | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,448 |
| 1900 Broadway | Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 3 | 4BR,2BA | $1,530 |
| Lenox Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| 1008 E 23rd St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,583 |
| La Peralta | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| The Lakemont | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| ANDYS at 1510 Webster Street | Floor Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merritt, CA
As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merritt area is the $2.78 price per square foot 3BR/1.0BA Model at LESTER COURT, LLC in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Merritt apartment is the Two Bedroom B2A Model at Residences at Lake Merritt starting at $2,859 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Laney neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merritt apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| LESTER COURT, LLC | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Residences at Lake Merritt | Two Bedroom B2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| 152 International Boulevard, Unit B | 152 International Boulevard | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Tudor Hall | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 1013 9th Ave, Unit 1013 9th Avenue | 1013 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Allegro at Jack London Square | Golden Gate | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| The Landing at Jack London Square | Coastal | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Alice Court | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Lakeview Towers | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| The Chase Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merritt Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Merritt?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Merritt is under $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merritt?
The cheapest apartment in Merritt is Raymond Apartments which is listed at $1,545, while the average apartment in Merritt costs $4,670.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merritt?
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 44 regular apartments in Merritt 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 Merritt?
Cheap apartments in Merritt have an average cost of $943 which is $3,727 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Merritt.
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