
Cheap Homes for Rent in Upper Laurel Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,400 (5 Rentals)
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Upper Laurel, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Upper Laurel?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Upper Laurel 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,935 | $1,950 | $4,200 |
Upper Laurel 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,070 | $2,650 | $5,700 |
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There are currently 5 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 $743. Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,324. Here are the most affordable Upper Laurel apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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MacArthur Studio | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $743 |
Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom C | Studio,1BA | $1,324 |
1929 26th Avenue | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Laurel, CA
As of May 11, 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. |
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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 |
3311 Nicol Ave, Unit Cul-de-sac Duplex | 3311 Nicol Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
3482 Midvale Ave, Unit Apt B | 3482 Midvale Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
Granite Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
3405 Dimond Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
1929 26th Avenue | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.32 |
MacArthur Studio | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.65 |
Miley Gardens at Eastmont- 55+ Senior Affordable Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom D | Studio ,1BA | $3.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Upper Laurel
What type of rentals are currently available in Upper Laurel?
There are currently 665 Apartments for Rent in Upper Laurel, CA with pricing that ranges from $743 to $3,500. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Upper Laurel ranging from $1,495 to $5,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Upper Laurel?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Upper Laurel ranges from $1,495 to $5,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,597.
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