
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Piedmont Avenue Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,300 (135 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Piedmont Avenue area of Oakland.


Quarryridge Apartments

3761 Harrison Street Apartments

The Grand at Rockridge

One Piedmont

Mily on Piedmont

3803-3809 Manila Ave

95 41st St

4328 Howe St

165 Santa Rosa Ave
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4120-4132 Howe St

761 Kingston Ave

3819-3825 Manila Ave

3317 Kempton Ave

Harrison Manor

12 Croxton Ave

377 38th

275 Monte Vista Ave

356 41st St
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3762 Shafter Ave

29 Croxton Ave

568 Fairmount Ave

359 41st St

3401 Richmond Blvd

4207 Arroyuelo Ave

168 41st St

4214 Montgomery St

51 Yosemite Ave

93-97 Monte Cresta Ave
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4263 Gilbert St

3843 Howe St

32-38 Entrada Ave

8 Yosemite Ave

4035 Howe St

835 Kingston Ave

272-274 38th St

3918 Cerrito Ave

123 Monte Cresta Ave

78 Glen Ave
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4330 Piedmont Ave

4244 Gilbert St

4118 Broadway

4250-4258 Piedmont Ave

3775 Leighton St

275 Ridgeway Ave

8 Whitmore Pl

211 40th Street Way

410 45th St

323 Monte Vista Ave
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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 | $1,925 | $1,800 | $2,050 |
| Piedmont Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,170 | $1,899 | $2,300 |
| Piedmont Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,159 | $2,399 | $4,813 |
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There are currently 135 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 1 Bed unit found at Piedmont priced from $1,381. 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 | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,381 |
| Quarryridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| The Grand at Rockridge | D1BR 1x1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| 3761 Harrison Street Apartments | Two Bed - Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Piedmont Avenue, CA
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Piedmont Avenue area is the $3.38 price per square foot Two Bed - Two Bath Model at 3761 Harrison Street Apartments in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Piedmont Avenue apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted Model at Piedmont starting at $1,994 with a $2.49 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3761 Harrison Street Apartments | Two Bed - Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| Piedmont | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Quarryridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.16 |
| The Grand at Rockridge | D1BR 1x1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $5.09 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Piedmont Avenue Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Piedmont Avenue Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Piedmont Avenue Apartment is $1,381 at Piedmont.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Piedmont Avenue Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Piedmont Avenue is starting from $1,994 at Piedmont.
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