Cheap Homes for Rent in Merritt Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,300 (15 Rentals)

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Merritt, Oakland, CA Local Guide

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 2044 International Blvd - Sunny Studios priced from $1,195. The Moran has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,368. Here are the most affordable Merritt apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2044 International Blvd - Sunny Studiosint0x1daStudio,1BA$1,195
The MoranSC-0x1Studio,1BA$1,368
Raymond Investments LLC.Studio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,395
The Alician Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395
200 E 15th St0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,420

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merritt, CA

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merritt area is the $2.70 price per square foot 404 Webster St Model at 404 Webster St, Unit 5 in the in the Laney neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value Merritt apartment is the 498 Capital St Model at 498 Capital St, Unit 5 starting at $3,100 with a $2.58 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
404 Webster St, Unit 5404 Webster St2BR,2BA$2.70
498 Capital St, Unit 5498 Capital St3BR,2BA$2.58
The Landing at Jack London SquareSunrise2BR,2BA$2.58
777 Broadway2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.50
2440 12th Ave, Unit B2440 12th Ave2BR,1BA$2.70
Lakeshore Gardens1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.17
Allegro at Jack London SquareSan Mateo1BR,1BA$2.77
2125 14th Ave, Unit Unit #252125 14th Ave1BR,1BA$2.63
Alice Court1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.33
Lake Hill ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.56

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Merritt, Oakland, CA

Ranked #16

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Merritt

What type of rentals are currently available in Merritt?

There are currently 1310 Apartments for Rent in Merritt, CA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $7,995. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merritt ranging from $1,395 to $4,195.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Merritt?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merritt ranges from $1,395 to $4,195 with an average monthly rent of $2,952.

Expert Rental Resources

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