Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Reservoir Hill Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $2,400 (45 Rentals)

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2725 23rd Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2725 23rd Ave

2725 23rd AveOakland, CA 94606
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2711 23rd Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2711 23rd Ave

2711 23rd AveOakland, CA 94606
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Sausal Gardens
3 Bedroom Apartments

Sausal Gardens

1801-1807 Sausal StOakland, CA 94602
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2744 Garden St
Studio Apartments

2744 Garden St

2744 Garden StOakland, CA 94601

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2819 Garden St
Studio Apartments

2819 Garden St

2819 Garden StOakland, CA 94601
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2717 23rd Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2717 23rd Ave

2717 23rd AveOakland, CA 94606
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3000 Fruitvale Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3000 Fruitvale Ave

3000 Fruitvale AveOakland, CA 94602
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2235 E 32nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2235 E 32nd St

2235 E 32nd StOakland, CA 94602
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2749 26th Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2749 26th Ave

2749 26th AveOakland, CA 94601

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2529 E 27th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2529 E 27th St

2529 E 27th StOakland, CA 94601
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2547 E 29th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2547 E 29th St

2547 E 29th StOakland, CA 94602
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3186 McKillop Rd
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3186 McKillop Rd

3186 McKillop RdOakland, CA 94602
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2825 Garden St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2825 Garden St

2825 Garden StOakland, CA 94601
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2670 25th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2670 25th Ave

2670 25th AveOakland, CA 94601
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3035 Lynde St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3035 Lynde St

3035 Lynde StOakland, CA 94601
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2811 Garden St
Studio Apartments

2811 Garden St

2811 Garden StOakland, CA 94601

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3040 Lynde St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3040 Lynde St

3040 Lynde StOakland, CA 94601
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2222 E 30th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2222 E 30th St

2222 E 30th StOakland, CA 94606
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2521 E 27th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2521 E 27th St

2521 E 27th StOakland, CA 94601
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3072 Lynde Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3072 Lynde Ave

3072 Lynde AveOakland, CA 94601
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2733 23rd Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2733 23rd Ave

2733 23rd AveOakland, CA 94606
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2828 22nd Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

2828 22nd Ave

2828 22nd AveOakland, CA 94606
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2605 26th Ave
Studio Apartments

2605 26th Ave

2605 26th AveOakland, CA 94601

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2942 23rd Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2942 23rd Ave

2942 23rd AveOakland, CA 94606
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2760 Garden St
Studio Apartments

2760 Garden St

2760 Garden StOakland, CA 94601
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2905 Bona St
Studio Apartments

2905 Bona St

2905 Bona StOakland, CA 94601
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2615 26th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2615 26th Ave

2615 26th AveOakland, CA 94601

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Reservoir Hill, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Reservoir Hill Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1777 & 1781 Sausal St2x12BR,1BA$2,400
Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reservoir Hill, CA

As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Reservoir Hill area is the $2.83 price per square foot 2944 E 29th St Model at 2944 E 29th St, Unit 2944 in the in the Patten neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Reservoir Hill apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments starting at $3,550 with a $3.75 price per square foot in the Dimond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Reservoir Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2944 E 29th St, Unit 29442944 E 29th St3BR,2BA$2.83
Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.75
1777 & 1781 Sausal St2x12BR,1BA$2.67

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle

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

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Getting Around the Reservoir Hill Neighborhood in Oakland, CA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

58 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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 San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Shannon Hilson

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.