
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shafter Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,500 (54 Rentals)
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Shafter, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shafter?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Shafter Studio Apartments | $2,366 | $2,186 | $2,546 |
Shafter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,738 | $1,695 | $3,465 |
Shafter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,853 | $2,395 | $4,747 |
Shafter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
Shafter 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Shafter Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shafter area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at The Logan priced from $2,186. Updated Unit In the Heart of Temescal has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Shafter apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Logan | SC | Studio,1BA | $2,186 |
Updated Unit In the Heart of Temescal | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
5001-5005 Shafter Ave | Bldg 5005 | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shafter, CA
As of October 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shafter area is the $1.95 price per square foot 551 59th St Model at 551 59th St, Unit #B in the in the Shafter neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Shafter apartment is the Bldg 5005 Model at 5001-5005 Shafter Ave starting at $2,500 with a $3.85 price per square foot in the Shafter neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shafter apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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551 59th St, Unit #B | 551 59th St | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.95 |
5001-5005 Shafter Ave | Bldg 5005 | 2BR,1BA | $3.85 |
Updated Unit In the Heart of Temescal | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
The Logan | SC | Studio ,1BA | $4.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleShafter, Oakland, CA
Ranked #105
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Shafter Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
91 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shafter Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shafter?
The cheapest apartment in Shafter is Updated Unit In the Heart of Temescal which is listed at $2,295, while the average apartment in Shafter costs $4,232.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shafter?
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 9 regular apartments in Shafter that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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