Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Telegraph Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,500 (124 Rentals)

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463 61st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

463 61st St

463 61st StOakland, CA 94609
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636 58th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

636 58th St

636 58th StOakland, CA 94609
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650 Alcatraz Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

650 Alcatraz Ave

650 Alcatraz AveOakland, CA 94609

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801 53rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

801 53rd St

801 53rd StOakland, CA 94608
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6052 Chabot Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6052 Chabot Rd

6052 Chabot RdOakland, CA 94618
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6027 Harwood Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

6027 Harwood Ave

6027 Harwood AveOakland, CA 94618
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5669-5671 Miles Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5669-5671 Miles Ave

5669-5671 Miles AveOakland, CA 94618
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520 57th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

520 57th St

520 57th StOakland, CA 94609

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5469 College Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5469 College Ave

5469 College AveOakland, CA 94618
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377 Clifton St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

377 Clifton St

377 Clifton StOakland, CA 94618
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747 54th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

747 54th St

747 54th StOakland, CA 94609
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525 Alcatraz Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

525 Alcatraz Ave

525 Alcatraz AveOakland, CA 94609
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391-391A 62nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

391-391A 62nd St

391-391A 62nd StOakland, CA 94618
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339 63rd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

339 63rd St

339 63rd StOakland, CA 94618

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6458 Colby St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

6458 Colby St

6458 Colby StOakland, CA 94618
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470 65th St
Studio Apartments

470 65th St

470 65th StOakland, CA 94609
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733 65th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

733 65th St

733 65th StOakland, CA 94609
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6387 Dana St
1 Bedroom Apartments

6387 Dana St

6387 Dana StOakland, CA 94609
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6475 Benvenue Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

6475 Benvenue Ave

6475 Benvenue AveOakland, CA 94618
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610-612 54th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

610-612 54th St

610-612 54th StOakland, CA 94609
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525 66th St
Studio Apartments

525 66th St

525 66th StOakland, CA 94609
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558 58th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

558 58th St

558 58th StOakland, CA 94609
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6618-6620 Dover St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

6618-6620 Dover St

6618-6620 Dover StOakland, CA 94609

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411 Hudson St
Studio Apartments

411 Hudson St

411 Hudson StOakland, CA 94618
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6442 Colby St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

6442 Colby St

6442 Colby StOakland, CA 94618
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5717 Hermannn St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5717 Hermannn St

5717 Hermannn StOakland, CA 94609
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6211-6215 Dover St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

6211-6215 Dover St

6211-6215 Dover StOakland, CA 94609
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376 61st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

376 61st St

376 61st StOakland, CA 94618
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440 57th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

440 57th Ave

440 57th AveOakland, CA 94609
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480 62nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

480 62nd St

480 62nd StOakland, CA 94609
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545 66th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

545 66th St

545 66th StOakland, CA 94609

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Upper Telegraph, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Upper Telegraph Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Updated Unit In the Heart of Temescal1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,295
The LoganSAStudio,1BA$2,540

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Telegraph, CA

As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper Telegraph area is the $3.00 price per square foot 6433 Colby St Model at 6433 Colby St, Unit 6433 Colby St Oakland CA in the in the Telegraph Avenue neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Upper Telegraph apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Updated Unit In the Heart of Temescal starting at $2,295 with a $3.88 price per square foot in the Shafter neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Telegraph apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6433 Colby St, Unit 6433 Colby St Oakland CA6433 Colby St2BR,1BA$3.00
Updated Unit In the Heart of Temescal1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.88
The LoganSDStudio ,1BA$5.92

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Upper Telegraph, Oakland, CA

Ranked #77

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Upper Telegraph Neighborhood in Oakland, CA

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

97 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

64 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Telegraph Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Upper Telegraph?

The cheapest apartment in Upper Telegraph is Updated Unit In the Heart of Temescal which is listed at $2,295, while the average apartment in Upper Telegraph costs $17,445.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Upper Telegraph?

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 12 regular apartments in Upper Telegraph that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.