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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Laurel Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $700 (8 Rentals)
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4701 Fair Ave
OaklandCA94619
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from $1,410Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Apartments
2520 Church StOakland, CA 94605
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1929 26th Avenue
1929 26th AveOakland, CA 94601
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2445 Harrington Ave, Unit NA
2445 Harrington AveOakland, CA 94601
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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 | $2,184 | $743 | $3,066 |
| Upper Laurel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,873 | $1,410 | $2,429 |
| Upper Laurel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,547 | $2,295 | $3,200 |
| Upper Laurel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,249 | $2,249 | $2,249 |
| Upper Laurel 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $3,400 | $3,400 |
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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 $743. High Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,286. 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 | $743 |
| High Street Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,286 |
| Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom C | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Laurel, CA
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper Laurel area is the $1.32 price per square foot Live/Work lofts Model at Vulcan Lofts in the in the Mills College neighborhood starting from $2,552. The second greatest value Upper Laurel apartment is the 3BR/3.0BA Model at 35th Ave starting at $3,650 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Woodminster 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vulcan Lofts | Live/Work lofts | Studio ,1BA | $1.32 |
| 35th Ave | 3BR/3.0BA | 3BR,3BA | $2.40 |
| 3301 E 12th St | 1bdrm loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.57 |
| 3024 Fruitvale Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 3405 Dimond Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom C | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| MacArthur Studio | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.65 |
| 1929 26th Avenue | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.32 |
| High Street Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $5.04 |
| 2445 Harrington Ave, Unit NA | 2445 Harrington Ave | Studio ,1BA | $7.11 |
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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 $2,552.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Upper Laurel?
The cheapest apartment in Upper Laurel is Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Apartments which is listed at $1,410, while the average apartment in Upper Laurel costs $3,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Upper Laurel?
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 2 regular apartments in Upper Laurel that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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