
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Temescal Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,300 (86 Rentals)
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The Skylyne at Temescal

MacArthur Commons

431 49th St

4208-4214 Telegraph Ave

5005 Shafter Avenue

459 44th St

Temescal Apartments

438 41st St
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5006 Webster St

3877 Shafter Ave

The Ruby

4263 Gilbert St

434 41st St

454--460 41st St

356 41st St

520 49th St

359 41st St

3931 Clarke St
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465 40th St

4244 Gilbert St

457 40th St

4534 Martin Luther King Jr Way

5127 Lawton Ave

4131-4139 Shafter Ave

600-616 51st St

410 45th St

460 40th St

4922 Desmond St
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4224 Shafter Ave

4118 Broadway

3915-3919 Clarke St

5138 Clarke St

275 Ridgeway Ave

4821 Clarke St

Temescal Place

4133 Webster St

5002 Webster St

4126 Opal St
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3901 Webster St

3901-3903 Clarke St

3831 Clarke St

444 40th St

537 41st St

5200 Lawton Ave

4422 Martin Luther King Jr Way

5154 Shafter Ave

3917-3923 Webster St

423 48th/4796 Webster St
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Temescal, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Temescal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temescal Studio Apartments | $2,266 | $1,508 | $3,350 |
| Temescal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,883 | $1,558 | $3,587 |
| Temescal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,433 | $1,855 | $4,531 |
| Temescal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,019 | $5,957 | $6,082 |
| Temescal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $3,250 | $3,250 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 86 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Temescal Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Temescal Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Temescal area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at The Logan priced from $2,125. Baxter on Broadway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,208. Here are the most affordable Temescal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Logan | SC | Studio,1BA | $2,125 |
| Baxter on Broadway | Plan SB | Studio,1BA | $2,208 |
| MacArthur Commons | Jr. 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2,224 |
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Jr 1 Bed/1 Bath-S | 1BR,1BA | $3,162 |
| 4801 Shattuck | C4 | 2BR,1BA | $3,220 |
| 47Hundred | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,341 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Temescal, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Temescal area is the $3.58 price per square foot C4 Model at 4801 Shattuck in the in the Shafter neighborhood starting from $3,220. The second greatest value Temescal apartment is the 2 Bedroom A Model at MacArthur Commons starting at $3,295 with a $3.73 price per square foot in the Harrison Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Temescal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4801 Shattuck | C4 | 2BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| MacArthur Commons | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $3.73 |
| 47Hundred | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.44 |
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Studio-N | Studio ,1BA | $6.71 |
| The Logan | SB | Studio ,1BA | $5.28 |
| Baxter on Broadway | Plan SB | Studio ,1BA | $5.02 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleTemescal, Oakland, CA
Ranked #48
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Temescal Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Temescal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Temescal Apartment is $2,224 at MacArthur Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Temescal Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Temescal is starting from $3,220 at 4801 Shattuck.
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