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Uptown Oakland, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Oakland Studio Apartments | $2,056 | $1,050 | $3,293 |
| Uptown Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,746 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Uptown Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,804 | $2,232 | $10,000+ |
| Uptown Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,214 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
| Uptown Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,303 | $1,265 | $1,355 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Oakland Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Oakland area of Oakland, CA is a Studio unit found at Claridge Hotel LLC. priced from $815. Common Jefferson has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here are the most affordable Uptown Oakland apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claridge Hotel LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $815 |
| Common Jefferson | Private Furnished Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Hillcastle Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| 1900 Broadway | Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 3 | 4BR,2BA | $1,265 |
| Nook on Valdez | FLOOR PLAN B | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Oakland, CA
As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Oakland area is the $2.22 price per square foot 2335 Market St Model at 2335 Market St, Unit B in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Uptown Oakland apartment is the 2445 Telegraph Ave Model at 2445 Telegraph Ave, Unit Apt 204 starting at $2,450 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Pill Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2335 Market St, Unit B | 2335 Market St | 3BR,3BA | $2.22 |
| 2445 Telegraph Ave, Unit Apt 204 | 2445 Telegraph Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Ora | 1x1 DEN A | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| 1072 18th Street | 1072 18th Street | 2BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Denizen Apartments | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| The Uptown | S02 | Studio ,1BA | $3.35 |
| Lake Park Senior Living | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| The Jefferson | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| The Lakemont | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.30 |
| Hillcastle Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
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Getting Around the Uptown Oakland Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
95 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
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82 / 100
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Transit is convenient for most trips
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Oakland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Uptown Oakland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Uptown Oakland is under $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown Oakland is Common Jefferson which is listed at $1,045, while the average apartment in Uptown Oakland costs $3,870.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown Oakland?
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 35 regular apartments in Uptown Oakland that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Uptown Oakland?
Cheap apartments in Uptown Oakland have an average cost of $561 which is $3,309 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Oakland.
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