
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Prescott Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,200 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Prescott area of Oakland.


The Union

Lampwork Lofts

Prescott Station

1705 Linden St

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1014 16th St, Unit D, Unit D

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882 Wood St
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1532 Peralta St

1201 Pine St, Unit 157, Unit 157

1436-1438 3rd St

1694 11th St

322 Peralta St

2323 Magnolia St, Unit Suite 6, Unit Suite 6

905 Pine St
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South Prescott, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Prescott?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Prescott Studio Apartments | $1,765 | $1,750 | $1,775 |
| South Prescott 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,370 | $1,850 | $3,495 |
| South Prescott 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,509 | $2,250 | $2,650 |
| South Prescott 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,996 | $2,695 | $3,700 |
| South Prescott 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,995 | $2,995 | $2,995 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Prescott Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Prescott Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Prescott area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at ArtHaus Mandela priced from $1,398. ArtHaus Magnolia has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,528. Here are the most affordable South Prescott apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ArtHaus Mandela | Floor Plan C Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,398 |
| ArtHaus Magnolia | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,528 |
| Lampwork Lofts | Loft A: Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,770 |
| Prescott Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,775 |
| 5th Street Lofts | Loft C | Studio,1BA | $2,765 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Prescott, CA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Prescott area is the $2.05 price per square foot Loft C Model at 5th Street Lofts in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $2,765. The second greatest value South Prescott apartment is the 731 Willow St Model at 731 Willow St starting at $2,995 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the West Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Prescott apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5th Street Lofts | Loft C | Studio ,1BA | $2.05 |
| 731 Willow St | 731 Willow St | 4BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Prescott Station | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.18 |
| Lampwork Lofts | Loft A: Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.66 |
| ArtHaus Magnolia | Floor Plan A Studio 1BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.90 |
| ArtHaus Mandela | Floor Plan C Studio 1BA | Studio ,1BA | $5.18 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Prescott Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Prescott Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Prescott Apartment is $1,875 at Prescott Station.
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