
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Laurel Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $700 (9 Rentals)
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Upper Laurel, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper Laurel?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Laurel Studio Apartments | $1,352 | $765 | $1,800 |
| Upper Laurel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,825 | $2,050 |
| Upper Laurel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,664 | $2,600 | $2,729 |
| Upper Laurel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,631 | $2,295 | $2,950 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Upper Laurel Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Upper Laurel Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Laurel area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at MacArthur Studio priced from $765. 2701 High Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,948. Here are the most affordable Upper Laurel apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| MacArthur Studio | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| 2701 High Street | 2Bedroom/1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,948 |
| 3809 Maybelle Avenue | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Laurel, CA
As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper Laurel area is the $2.00 price per square foot 3Bedroom/2Bath Model at 2701 High Street in the in the Dimond neighborhood starting from $2,398. The second greatest value Upper Laurel apartment is the 2049 41st Ave Model at 2049 41st Ave, Unit A starting at $2,850 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Fruitvale Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Laurel apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2701 High Street | 3Bedroom/2Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 2049 41st Ave, Unit A | 2049 41st Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 3809 Maybelle Avenue | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.04 |
| 166 Rishell Drive, Unit Studio | 166 Rishell Drive | Studio ,1BA | $2.57 |
| MacArthur Studio | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.70 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUpper Laurel, Oakland, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Laurel Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Upper Laurel?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Upper Laurel is under $2,800.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Upper Laurel?
Cheap apartments in Upper Laurel have an average cost of $402 which is $2,262 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Upper Laurel.
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