
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Piedmont Avenue Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,300 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Piedmont Avenue area of Oakland.


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Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Piedmont Avenue?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Avenue Studio Apartments | $1,977 | $1,300 | $2,389 |
| Piedmont Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,190 | $1,625 | $2,976 |
| Piedmont Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,905 | $2,034 | $3,981 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Piedmont Avenue Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Piedmont Avenue Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Piedmont Avenue area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Piedmont priced from $1,300. Quarryridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Piedmont Avenue apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont | Studio Income-Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Quarryridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| 77 Glen | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 115 Moss | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Baxter on Broadway | Plan SC | Studio,1BA | $2,324 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Piedmont Avenue, CA
As of January 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Piedmont Avenue area is the $2.20 price per square foot 334D Model at 334 45th St in the in the Piedmont Avenue neighborhood starting from $2,634. The second greatest value Piedmont Avenue apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at One Piedmont starting at $3,891 with a $3.25 price per square foot in the Harrison Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Piedmont Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 334 45th St | 334D | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| One Piedmont | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.25 |
| 115 Moss | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| 95 41st St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Grand at Rockridge (FKA Pleasant Valley Apts) | B1B 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 100 Monte Cresta | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| 3761 Harrison Street Apartments | Two Bed - Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| 630 Mariposa | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Quarryridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.16 |
| Piedmont | Studio Income-Restricted | Studio ,1BA | $3.10 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Piedmont Avenue Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Piedmont Avenue?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Piedmont Avenue is under $2,634.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Piedmont Avenue?
The cheapest apartment in Piedmont Avenue is 115 Moss which is listed at $2,195, while the average apartment in Piedmont Avenue costs $2,642.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Piedmont Avenue?
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 Piedmont Avenue that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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