Cheap Homes for Rent in the Middle East Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,150 (10 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Middle East Oakland area of Oakland.

property at 6901 Sunkist Dr
$1,150 - $3,333
Studio To 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent
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6901 Sunkist Dr

OaklandCA94605
property at 9020 Hillside St
$1,475

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,475

Total Monthly Price$1,475
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Nov 1
Furnished

9020 Hillside St

OaklandCA94603
property at 6115 Old Quarry Loop
$1,700

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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6115 Old Quarry Loop, Unit 6115

6115 Old Quarry Loop
OaklandCA94605
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property at 6559 Simson St
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
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6559 Simson St, Unit ADU

6559 Simson St
OaklandCA94605
property at 4027 Fullington St
$2,100
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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4027 Fullington St
OaklandCA94619

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Best Value Homes for Rent in Middle East Oakland, CA

As of September 22, 2026 the best value rental home in the Middle East Oakland area is the $1.24 price per square foot Unit Model at Unit in the Patten neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Middle East Oakland rental home is the 6285 Rocky Point Ct Model at 6285 Rocky Point Ct in the Caballo Hills neighborhood starting at $4,400 with a $1.82 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Middle East Oakland homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
UnitUnit3BR, 1BA$1.24
6285 Rocky Point Ct6285 Rocky Point Ct3BR, 2.5BA$1.82
6115 Old Quarry Loop, Unit 61156115 Old Quarry Loop1BR, 1BA$0.96
6909 MacArthur Blvd6909 MacArthur Blvd3BR, 2BA$2.61
1708 41st Ave1708 41st Ave4BR, 1.5BA$2.69
4056 Santa Rita St4056 Santa Rita St2BR, 1BA$3.29
UnitUnit1BR, 1BA$4.67
6901 Sunkist Dr6901 Sunkist Dr4BR, 2.5BA$9.92

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Frequently Asked Questions about Middle East Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in Middle East Oakland?

There are currently 1097 Apartments for Rent in Middle East Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $4,413. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Middle East Oakland ranging from $1,150 to $4,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Middle East Oakland?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Middle East Oakland ranges from $1,150 to $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,846.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Middle East Oakland?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Middle East Oakland range from $2,500 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,890 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,333 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,413.

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