342 Chester St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Center Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $700 (33 Rentals)
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1023 Magnolia St
OaklandCA94607
3004 Martin Luther King Jr Way
OaklandCA94609
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Northgate Terrace
550 24th StOakland, CA 94612
680 14th St
OaklandCA94612
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1900 Broadway
1950 BroadwayOakland, CA 94612
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Oak Village
801 14th StOakland, CA 94607
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ArtHaus Chestnut
2432 Chestnut StOakland, CA 94607
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ArtHaus Jack London
233 BroadwayOakland, CA 94607
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ArtHaus Ninth
685 9th StOakland, CA 94607
535 30th St
OaklandCA94609
2715-2717 West St
OaklandCA94612
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874 Isabella St
OaklandCA94607
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The Union
532 Union StOakland, CA 94607
1328 Campbell St
OaklandCA94607
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Prescott Station
2121 Wood StOakland, CA 94607
824 Milton St
OaklandCA94607
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Eleven Fifty Clay Street
1150 Clay StOakland, CA 94612
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2621-2627 Martin Luther King Jr Way
2621-2627 Martin Luther King Jr WayOakland, CA 94612
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Oak Center, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Center Studio Apartments | $2,119 | $1,050 | $3,978 |
| Oak Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,834 | $730 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,737 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,249 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,538 | $1,345 | $3,595 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Oak Center Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Oak Center Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Center area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Claridge Hotel LLC. priced from $815. Common MacArthur has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $903. Here are the most affordable Oak Center apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Claridge Hotel LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $815 |
| Common MacArthur | Private Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 2 Bath - A | 4BR,2BA | $903 |
| Common Jefferson | Private Furnished Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| 3301 Telegraph Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 1900 Broadway | Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 2 | 4BR,2BA | $1,270 |
| ArtHaus Brush | C | Studio,1BA | $1,376 |
| ArtHaus Chestnut | E | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| ArtHaus Jack London | G1 | Studio,1BA | $1,428 |
| ArtHaus Ninth | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,448 |
| The Jefferson | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Center, CA
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oak Center area is the $2.22 price per square foot 2335 Market St Model at 2335 Market St, Unit B in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Oak Center apartment is the 2031 Linden St Model at 2031 Linden St, Unit Upstairs starting at $3,500 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the MacArthur Maze neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2335 Market St, Unit B | 2335 Market St | 3BR,3BA | $2.22 |
| 2031 Linden St, Unit Upstairs | 2031 Linden St | 4BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| 1301 Adeline St, Unit LWR | 1301 Adeline St | 4BR,4BA | $2.40 |
| 2804 Adeline St | 2804 Adeline St | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| 1622 center st, Unit 1622 #1 | 1622 center st | 3BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| 404 Webster St, Unit 4 | 404 Webster St | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| The Blue Cap Lofts | 1bed 2bath | 1BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 1550 8th St, Unit 3 | 1550 8th St | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| Lampwork Lofts | Loft C2: 1Bed+Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| The Uptown | A02 | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
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This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Oakland. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Center Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Oak Center?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oak Center is under $1,699.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oak Center?
The cheapest apartment in Oak Center is Common Jefferson which is listed at $1,045, while the average apartment in Oak Center costs $3,485.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oak Center?
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 72 regular apartments in Oak Center 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 Oak Center?
Cheap apartments in Oak Center have an average cost of $563 which is $2,922 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oak Center.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.
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Written by: Marie Brown
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.