
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Seminary Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,200 (200 Rentals)
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5360 Brookdale Ave, Unit 5360 Brookdale Ave

5404 Foothill Blvd

1458-1460 82nd Ave

6137 Macarthur Blvd

2151-2155 51st Ave

5477 Bancroft Ave

5213 International Blvd

1718 High St
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Bates Hall

5201-5211 Foothill Blvd

2802 68th

6125 Hayes St

1942 47th Ave

5549 Foothill Blvd

8024 Rudsdale St

Duplex

1919 42nd St

2045-2047 38th Ave
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6614 Bancroft Ave

2696 Havenscourt Blvd

1430-1436 45th Ave

1733 Seminary Ave

1381 81st. Ave

5000 Melrose Ave

1444 72nd Ave

7629 Lockwood St

2430 Fern St

1355 84th Ave
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1901 69th Ave

7600-7602 Lockwood St

1306 81st Ave

2817 67th Ave

Pueblo Alegre

1451 81st Ave

1626 65th Ave

7123 Holly St

6106 Hilton St

2227-2237 62nd Ave
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5315 Cole St

3000 Seminary Ave

4709 Foothill Blvd

4124 Lyon Ave

5801-5815 Eastlawn St

6114-6120 Foothill Blvd

1541 50th Ave

7230 Lockwood St

1325-1331 81st Ave

1201 72nd Ave
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Seminary, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Seminary?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seminary Studio Apartments | $1,295 | $1,295 | $1,295 |
| Seminary 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,129 | $1,700 | $2,908 |
| Seminary 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,427 | $2,295 | $2,728 |
| Seminary 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,454 | $3,408 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 200 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Seminary Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Seminary Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Seminary area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Community priced from $1,390. The Rose on Bond has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,561. Here are the most affordable Seminary apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Community | Studio 1 Bathroom C | Studio,1BA | $1,390 |
| The Rose on Bond | Floor Plan A 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,561 |
| Granite Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,581 |
| 1050-1066 47th Ave | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,648 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Seminary, CA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Seminary area is the $1.82 price per square foot 1-Bedroom Model at 1050-1066 47th Ave in the in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,908. The second greatest value Seminary apartment is the 1428 78th Ave Model at 1428 78th Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,950 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Arroyo Viejo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Seminary apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1050-1066 47th Ave | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 1428 78th Ave, Unit 1 | 1428 78th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Granite Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Community | Studio 1 Bathroom C | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
| The Rose on Bond | Floor Plan A 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Seminary Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Seminary Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Seminary Apartment is $1,561 at The Rose on Bond.
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