Cheap Homes for Rent in Middle East Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,100 (11 Rentals)

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property at 6901 Sunkist Dr

$1,150 - $3,333

Studio To 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent

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6901 Sunkist Dr

OaklandCA94605

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property at 7630 Lockwood St

$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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7630 Lockwood St
OaklandCA94621
property at 7630 Lockwood St

$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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41

7630 Lockwood St
OaklandCA94621

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Middle East Oakland, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Middle East Oakland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Middle East Oakland area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at The Rose on Bond priced from $1,270. Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,390. Here are the most affordable Middle East Oakland apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Rose on BondFloor Plan A Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,270
Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable CommunityStudio 1 Bathroom CStudio,1BA$1,390
MacArthur HeightsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,395
Foothill Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,425
2451 Seminary Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Middle East Oakland, CA

As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Middle East Oakland area is the $1.23 price per square foot Live/Work lofts Model at Vulcan Lofts in the in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Middle East Oakland apartment is the 1-Bedroom Model at 1050-1066 47th Ave starting at $2,908 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Middle East Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work loftsStudio ,1BA$1.23
1050-1066 47th Ave1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.82
2869 38th Ave, Unit 28692869 38th Ave2BR,1BA$1.77
Laurel HausFloor Plan B 2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$2.12
Granite Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.93
2537 34th Ave, Unit C2537 34th Ave2BR,1BA$2.89
8043 Greenridge Dr, Unit #128043 Greenridge Dr2BR,1BA$2.58
5360 Brookdale Ave, Unit 5360 Brookdale Ave5360 Brookdale Ave2BR,1BA$2.71
Sunny View Terrace2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.00
6619-6625 Bancroft Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.66

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Middle East Oakland

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

There are currently 1087 Apartments for Rent in Middle East Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,295 to $4,413. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Middle East Oakland ranging from $1,150 to $5,495.

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 $5,495 with an average monthly rent of $3,087.

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 $2,200 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,900 to $5,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,299 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,413.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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