
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Tree Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $900 (358 Rentals)
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Vulcan Lofts

401 Derby

1929 26th Avenue

3301 E 12th St

Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments

3024 Fruitvale Ave

2725 23rd Ave

1714 Twenty-Seventh

1513-1515 14th Ave
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2045-2047 38th Ave

1648 10th Ave

2538 Highland Ave

3314 Farnam St

2124 E 17th St

1919 42nd St

2120 E 22nd St

1911 40th Ave

2706 Coolidge Ave

3525 Gray St
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705-709 E 18th St

Fruit Vale Lofts

2711 23rd Ave

2515 Foothill Blvd

2442 23rd Ave

3573 Gray St

Harbor Walk

3222 E 27th St

1847 8th Ave

1921 26th Ave
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2216 E 23rd St

3208-3214 San Leandro St

2425-2429 Humboldt Ave

3205 Brookdale Ave

1812 Foothill Blvd

1605 E 15th St

1920 25th Ave

2133 34th Ave

2911 E 16th St

1869 38th Ave
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1027 41st Ave

1664 35th Ave

3518-3530 Foothill Blvd

2816 International Blvd

The Estuary

Fruitvale Center

1805 8th Ave

3004 Brookdale Ave

1945 26th Ave

3142 Coolidge Ave
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Oak Tree, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Tree?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Tree Studio Apartments | $1,839 | $1,445 | $2,500 |
| Oak Tree 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,211 | $1,495 | $5,300 |
| Oak Tree 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,712 | $2,000 | $3,800 |
| Oak Tree 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,011 | $2,299 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Oak Tree Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Tree area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at ArtHaus Oakbrook priced from $1,448. 1929 26th Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Oak Tree apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ArtHaus Oakbrook | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,448 |
| 1929 26th Avenue | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| 2166 E 27th Street | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,588 |
| 1616 35th Avenue | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,688 |
| Palmcrest | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,688 |
| 1722 27th Avenue | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,763 |
| 2554 E 16th Street | Floor Plan C 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,998 |
| Vulcan Lofts | Live/Work lofts | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| 3030 Chapman - PE Gallot | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Exchange Studios | Flat A | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Tree, CA
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Tree 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 Oak Tree apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments starting at $2,195 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Dimond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Tree apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vulcan Lofts | Live/Work lofts | Studio ,1BA | $1.23 |
| Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 1231 E 19th St, Unit E. 19th St. | 1231 E 19th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| ArtHaus Oakbrook | Floor Plan F 3BR 1BA | 3BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Exchange Studios | Flat A | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
| 3301 E 12th St | 1bdrm loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.57 |
| 2554 E 16th Street | Floor Plan C 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 2166 E 27th Street | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| The Chase Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.87 |
| 1929 26th Avenue | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Tree Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oak Tree?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oak Tree is at ArtHaus Oakbrook listed at $1,448.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Tree Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Tree Apartment is $1,495 at 1929 26th Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oak Tree Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Tree is starting from $1,998 at 2554 E 16th Street.
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