Cheap Homes for Rent in the Outer East Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,400 (9 Rentals)

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property at 1242 88th Ave

$1,900

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$1,900

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1242 88th Ave

OaklandCA94621

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property at 7630 Lockwood St

$1,900

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7630 Lockwood St
OaklandCA94621
property at 5915 Avenal Ave

$2,350

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5915 Avenal Ave
OaklandCA94605
property at 5917 Avenal Ave

$2,350

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5917 Avenal Ave
OaklandCA94605

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Cheapest Available Outer East Oakland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East Oakland area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Community priced from $1,390. Pinewood Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable Outer East Oakland apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable CommunityStudio 1 Bathroom CStudio,1BA$1,390
Pinewood Terrace0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,395
5452 Bancroft Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,425

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Oakland, CA

As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East Oakland 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 Outer East Oakland apartment is the 1-Bedroom Model at 1050-1066 47th Ave starting at $2,908 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work loftsStudio ,1BA$1.23
1050-1066 47th Ave1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.82
Marina Plaza3 Bed 2 Bath B3BR,2BA$3.04
Granite Pointe Apartments3 Bedroom / 1 Bath3BR,1BA$3.02
Marina Haven Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath B2BR,1BA$2.73
1205 College Ave, Unit 12051205 College Ave1BR,1BA$2.50
Marina Vista2x12BR,1BA$2.89
6619-6625 Bancroft Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.66
Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Community1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom D1BR,1BA$3.10
2451 Seminary Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.97

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Outer East Oakland, Oakland, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Outer East Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in Outer East Oakland?

There are currently 980 Apartments for Rent in Outer East Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,295 to $4,600. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer East Oakland ranging from $1,450 to $6,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Outer East Oakland ranges from $1,450 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,923.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Outer East Oakland range from $2,200 to $3,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,150 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,299 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,600.

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