Cheap Homes for Rent in Oakland Hills Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $900 (29 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 1596 Tucker St

$1,400

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$1,400

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available May 20

1596 Tucker St

OaklandCA94603

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property at 1934 Stuart St

$1,600

6 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

1934 Stuart St

BerkeleyCA94703
property at 3464 Wilson Ave

$1,700

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3464 Wilson Ave

OaklandCA94602
property at 1820 International Blvd

$1,710

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

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1820 International Blvd
OaklandCA94606

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Oakland Hills, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakland Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakland Hills area of Oakland, CA is a Studio unit found at Nook on Valdez priced from $1,150. La Peralta has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,245. Here are the most affordable Oakland Hills apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Nook on ValdezFLOOR PLAN AStudio,1BA$1,150
La PeraltaSRO with BathStudio,1BA$1,245
The Rose on BondFloor Plan A Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,250
The Harmony CollectiveSuite D - Furnished Rooms - Shared Bathroom1BR,$1,250
PiedmontStudio Income-RestrictedStudio,1BA$1,300
Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable CommunityStudio 1 Bathroom CStudio,1BA$1,303
3201 Beaumont Ave.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,350
ArtHaus 820Floor Plan A Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,354
Raymond Investments LLC.StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
MacArthur HeightsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland Hills, CA

As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland Hills area is the $2.12 price per square foot D1 Model at Mariposa in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $5,095. The second greatest value Oakland Hills apartment is the Loft 4 Model at 1080 Lofts starting at $2,455 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Fruitvale Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakland Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
MariposaD13BR,2BA$2.12
1080 LoftsLoft 4Studio ,1BA$1.36
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work loftsStudio ,1BA$1.23
1050-1066 47th Ave1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.82
Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.44
2869 38th Ave, Unit 28692869 38th Ave2BR,1BA$2.05
029432BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.20
1428 78th Ave, Unit 11428 78th Ave1BR,1BA$1.95
San Leandro Apartments1 Bedroom Available1BR,1BA$1.84
Sunny View Terrace2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.00

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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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Oakland Hills, Oakland, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakland Hills

What type of rentals are currently available in Oakland Hills?

There are currently 6762 Apartments for Rent in Oakland Hills, CA with pricing that ranges from $748 to $259,501. There are also 218 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland Hills ranging from $950 to $10,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oakland Hills?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oakland Hills ranges from $950 to $10,995 with an average monthly rent of $4,092.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oakland Hills?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oakland Hills range from $810 to $13,857, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,495 to $8,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,231.

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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