
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Temescal Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,300 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Temescal area of Oakland.


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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 | $2,381 | $1,508 | $2,895 |
| Temescal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,672 | $1,558 | $3,458 |
| Temescal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,650 | $1,855 | $4,735 |
| Temescal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,334 | $3,000 | $8,063 |
| Temescal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,874 | $2,499 | $3,250 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 9 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 1 Bed unit found at 334 45th St priced from $1,780. MacArthur Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,037. Here are the most affordable Temescal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 334 45th St | 328C | 1BR,1BA | $1,780 |
| MacArthur Commons | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,037 |
| The Logan | SC | Studio,1BA | $2,180 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Temescal, CA
As of November 02, 2025 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 A2 Model at 47Hundred starting at $2,970 with a $3.58 price per square foot in the Bushrod 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 |
| 47Hundred | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| 374 41st St, Unit 2 | 374 41st St | 2BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| 334 45th St | 328C | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| MacArthur Commons | Studio D | Studio ,1BA | $3.81 |
| Baxter on Broadway | Plan OA-1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.52 |
| The Logan | SD | Studio ,1BA | $5.92 |
| The Skylyne at Temescal | Studio-M | Studio ,1BA | $5.90 |
Getting Around the Temescal Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
95 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
69 / 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 Temescal Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Temescal?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Temescal is under $2,970.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Temescal?
The cheapest apartment in Temescal is 334 45th St which is listed at $1,780, while the average apartment in Temescal costs $7,939.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Temescal?
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 11 regular apartments in Temescal that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Temescal?
Cheap apartments in Temescal have an average cost of $721 which is $7,218 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Temescal.
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