Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Tree Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $900 (53 Rentals)

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Eastwood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastwood Apartments

1715 High StOakland, CA 94601
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Station Haus
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Station Haus

1454 36th AveOakland, CA 94601
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ArtHaus Oakbrook
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

ArtHaus Oakbrook

1232 E 19th StOakland, CA 94606
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Palmcrest
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palmcrest

1125 E 18th StOakland, CA 94606
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Palm Haus
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palm Haus

1616 35th AveOakland, CA 94601
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Village Haus
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Haus

2554 E 16th StOakland, CA 94601
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Bella Haus
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bella Haus

800 E 20th StOakland, CA 94606

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2000 36th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2000 36th Ave

2000 36th AveOakland, CA 94601
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1934 9th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1934 9th Ave

1934 9th AveOakland, CA 94606
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High Street Studios
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

High Street Studios

4001 San Leandro StOakland, CA 94601
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2805 E 16th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2805 E 16th St

2805 E 16th StOakland, CA 94601
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East Lake Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

East Lake Court

1924 9th AveOakland, CA 94606
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The Wilshire
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Wilshire

1935 10th AveOakland, CA 94606
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Boathouse Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Boathouse Lofts

400 Derby AveOakland, CA 94601
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Oxford Arms LLC.
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oxford Arms LLC.

2210 10th AveOakland, CA 94606

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Oak Tree, Oakland, CA Local Guide

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 $1,573. 1929 26th Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Oak Tree apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ArtHaus OakbrookFloor Plan A Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,573
1929 26th AvenueStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
PalmcrestFloor Plan B 1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,688
The Chase Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,706
Village HausFloor Plan B 1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,756
Bella HausFloor Plan B 1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,769
3030 Chapman - PE GallotStudioStudio,1BA$1,855
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work loftsStudio,1BA$2,050
3024 Fruitvale Ave3 Bedroom 1 bath3BR,1BA$2,099
Oxford Arms LLC.3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Tree, CA

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Tree area is the $1.31 price per square foot Loft 4 Model at 1080 Lofts in the in the Fruitvale Station neighborhood starting from $2,355. The second greatest value Oak Tree apartment is the Live/Work lofts Model at Vulcan Lofts starting at $2,050 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Tree apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1080 LoftsLoft 4Studio ,1BA$1.31
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work loftsStudio ,1BA$1.23
Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.44
Fruitvale HausFloor Plan G 3BR 1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$2.45
2934 Brookdale Ave, Unit 29342934 Brookdale Ave2BR,1BA$2.30
Exchange StudiosFlat AStudio ,1BA$2.39
3024 Fruitvale Ave3 Bedroom 1 bath3BR,1BA$2.33
3301 E 12th St1bdrm loft1BR,1.5BA$2.57
2047 20th Ave, Unit 20472047 20th Ave2BR,1BA$2.83
The Chase Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.35

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Tree Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Oak Tree?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oak Tree is under $2,195.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oak Tree?

The cheapest apartment in Oak Tree is Palmcrest which is listed at $1,688, while the average apartment in Oak Tree costs $2,950.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oak Tree?

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 2 regular apartments in Oak Tree 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 Tree?

Cheap apartments in Oak Tree have an average cost of $699 which is $2,251 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oak Tree.

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