
Cheap Homes for Rent in Old Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,800 (5 Rentals)
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555 10th St
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901 Jefferson St
Old Oakland, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Old Oakland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Old Oakland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,775 | $2,650 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Old Oakland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Oakland area of Oakland, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at 1900 Broadway priced from $1,332. ArtHaus Ninth has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,448. Here are the most affordable Old Oakland apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1900 Broadway | Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 4 | 4BR,2BA | $1,332 |
ArtHaus Ninth | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,448 |
Eleven Fifty Clay Street | S-B | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Oakland, CA
As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Oakland area is the $2.59 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 777 Broadway in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Old Oakland apartment is the One Bedroom A7 Model at The Lark starting at $3,403 with a $4.34 price per square foot in the West Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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777 Broadway | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
The Lark | One Bedroom A7 | 1BR,1BA | $4.34 |
South Shore | One Bedroom 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
Domain Oakland | OSTUA | Studio ,1BA | $3.20 |
Launch | JR-C1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.91 |
Residences at Lake Merritt | Studio E1C | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
Eleven Fifty Clay Street | S-D.2 | Studio ,1BA | $4.20 |
Atlas | Rockridge | Studio ,1BA | $5.04 |
ArtHaus Ninth | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.45 |
Portico Waterfront | S9 | Studio ,1BA | $5.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Oakland
What type of rentals are currently available in Old Oakland?
There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Old Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,448 to $6,234. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Oakland ranging from $1,895 to $2,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old Oakland?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old Oakland ranges from $1,895 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,554.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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