
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Dimond Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $500 (302 Rentals)
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3024 Fruitvale Ave

2725 23rd Ave

2440 Palmetto

3644 Magee Ave

4179-4185 Park Blvd

4347 Leach Ave

2425-2429 Humboldt Ave

3633 Patterson Ave

3464 Champion St
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3809 Penniman Ave

School Street Apartments

3301-3307 35th Ave

3607-3609 Maple Ave

2706 Coolidge Ave

3205 Brookdale Ave

3301 Arkansas St

3222 E 27th St

4168 Park Blvd

4052 Lincoln Ave
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3675 39th Ave

3702 Maple Ave

3774-3778 39th Ave

3115-3121 Davis St

3813-3821 Maybelle Ave

2460 34th Ave

2457 35th Ave

3150 Brookdale Ave

2020 Damuth St

2924 Carmel St
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3647 Coolidge Ave

3539 Laguna

2909 35th Ave

3142 Coolidge Ave

3597 Fruitvale Ave

4423 Edgewood Ave

3520 Quigley St

2940 Carmel St

1720 Clemens Rd

2637 Grand Vista Ave
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1152-1158 Norwood Ave

Fruitvale Gardens

3248 Dakota St

2311 35th Ave

3308 Maple Ave

3849 Maybelle Ave

3002 Bona St

3856 35th Ave

3833 Maybelle Ave

3701 Maybelle Ave
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Upper Dimond, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper Dimond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Dimond Studio Apartments | $1,472 | $1,395 | $1,595 |
| Upper Dimond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,636 | $1,900 | $5,300 |
| Upper Dimond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,156 | $1,950 | $2,350 |
| Upper Dimond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,182 | $1,999 | $2,550 |
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There are currently 302 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Upper Dimond Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Upper Dimond Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Dimond area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at MacArthur Heights priced from $1,395. 3024 Fruitvale Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here are the most affordable Upper Dimond apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| MacArthur Heights | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 3024 Fruitvale Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| 02943 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,250 |
| 1777 & 1781 Sausal St | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| 3809 Maybelle Avenue | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Dimond, CA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Dimond area is the $1.44 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the in the Dimond neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Upper Dimond apartment is the 2869 38th Ave Model at 2869 38th Ave, Unit 2869 starting at $1,950 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Dimond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Dimond apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 2869 38th Ave, Unit 2869 | 2869 38th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 02943 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| 3809 Maybelle Avenue | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| 3024 Fruitvale Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 1777 & 1781 Sausal St | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| MacArthur Heights | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $3.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Dimond Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Upper Dimond Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Upper Dimond is starting from $2,195 at Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult Apartments.
What is the most affordable Upper Dimond Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Upper Dimond Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3024 Fruitvale Ave and starts from $1,999.
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