Cheap Homes for Rent in Rockridge Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,200 (3 Rentals)

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Rockridge, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockridge, CA

As of May 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rockridge area is the $2.87 price per square foot B1AR 2x1 Model at Grand at Rockridge (FKA Pleasant Valley Apts) in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Rockridge apartment is the One Bedroom A6 Model at The Lark starting at $3,428 with a $4.37 price per square foot in the West Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rockridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grand at Rockridge (FKA Pleasant Valley Apts)B1AR 2x12BR,1BA$2.87
The LarkOne Bedroom A61BR,1BA$4.37
Quarryridge ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.16
Bayview ApartmentsS1Studio ,1BA$5.18
Residences at Lake MerrittStudio E1CStudio ,1BA$3.95
AtlasRockridgeStudio ,1BA$5.04
Baxter on BroadwayPlan SCStudio ,1BA$5.66
428 North St428 North StStudio ,1BA$5.25
URSA BerkeleyBETA 41BR,1BA$6.88
B28SAStudio ,1BA$7.97

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rockridge

What type of rentals are currently available in Rockridge?

There are currently 178 Apartments for Rent in Rockridge, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,332 to $6,595. There are also 5 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rockridge ranging from $1,245 to $4,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rockridge?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rockridge ranges from $1,245 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,531.

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