
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Temescal Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,500 (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 | $2,289 | $1,508 | $2,905 |
| Temescal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,845 | $1,558 | $3,651 |
| Temescal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,661 | $1,855 | $4,487 |
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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 535 41st St priced from $1,550. 450 40th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Temescal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 535 41st St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| 450 40th St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| 4801 Shattuck | A2 | Studio,1BA | $2,003 |
| The Logan | SC | Studio,1BA | $2,255 |
| Baxter on Broadway | Plan OA | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Studio-N | Studio,1BA | $2,905 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Temescal, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Temescal area is the $2.50 price per square foot 4538 Martin Luther King Jr Way Model at 4538 Martin Luther King Jr Way in the in the Longfellow neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Temescal apartment is the Plan OA Model at Baxter on Broadway starting at $2,599 with a $4.35 price per square foot in the Piedmont Avenue 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4538 Martin Luther King Jr Way | 4538 Martin Luther King Jr Way | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Baxter on Broadway | Plan OA | 1BR,1BA | $4.35 |
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Jr 1 Bed/1 Bath-PP | 1BR,1BA | $6.20 |
| The Logan | SB | Studio ,1BA | $5.34 |
| 4801 Shattuck | A2 | Studio ,1BA | $4.96 |
| 450 40th St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $4.20 |
| 535 41st St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $5.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleTemescal, Oakland, CA
Ranked #43
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 $2,599 at Baxter on Broadway.
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