
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mosswood Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,583 (70 Rentals)
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450 40th St

One Piedmont

MacArthur Commons

485 36th St

3803-3809 Manila Ave

466 37th St

3819-3825 Manila Ave

In Contract

401 38th St
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540-546 34th St

356 41st St

434 41st St

454--460 41st St

438 41st St

359 41st St

441 W MacArthur Blvd

377 38th
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3877 Shafter Ave

3931 Clarke St

The Ruby

465 40th St

3901 Webster St

3815 Shafter Ave

432 38th St

432 37th St

457 40th St
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439 W MacArthur Blvd

3915-3919 Clarke St

514-518 W MacArthur Blvd

3720 Telegraph Ave

4126 Opal St

272-274 38th St

460 40th St

11 Warren Ave

341 41st St

444 40th St
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456 40th St

426 41st St

461-463 41st St

3831 Clarke St

483 38th St

3532 Telegraph Ave

3917-3923 Webster St

487 W MacArthur Blvd

3901-3903 Clarke St

472 37th St
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Mosswood, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mosswood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosswood Studio Apartments | $2,353 | $1,795 | $3,328 |
| Mosswood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,387 | $1,750 | $4,532 |
| Mosswood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,514 | $4,089 | $5,095 |
| Mosswood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,101 | $7,101 | $7,101 |
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There are currently 70 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mosswood Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mosswood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mosswood area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Piedmont priced from $1,681. The Skylyne at Temescal has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,381. Here are the most affordable Mosswood apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,681 |
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Jr 1 Bed/1 Bath-LL | 1BR,1BA | $3,381 |
| One Piedmont | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $4,813 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mosswood, CA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mosswood area is the $4.02 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at One Piedmont in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $4,813. The second greatest value Mosswood apartment is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted Model at Piedmont starting at $1,681 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Harrison Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mosswood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Piedmont | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $4.02 |
| Piedmont | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Jr 1 Bed/1 Bath-PP | 1BR,1BA | $6.14 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mosswood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mosswood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mosswood Apartment is $1,681 at Piedmont.
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