Cheap Homes for Rent in Uptown Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,200 (3 Rentals)

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property at 626 8th St

626 8th St, Unit #3

626 8th St
OaklandCA94607

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Oakland, CA

As of May 23, 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 548 25th St Model at 548 25th St, Unit 1 starting at $3,850 with a $2.57 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2335 Market St, Unit B2335 Market St3BR,3BA$2.22
548 25th St, Unit 1548 25th St4BR,2.5BA$2.57
Bell Uptown DistrictB1A2BR,1BA$3.00
Ora1x1 DEN A1BR,1BA$3.28
Denizen Apartments1E1BR,1BA$2.99
Lake Park Senior LivingStudio1BR,1BA$3.16
Domain OaklandOSTUAStudio ,1BA$3.20
The Jefferson1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.09
Raymond Investments LLC.1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.18
Hillcastle ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.00

Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown Oakland?

There are currently 251 Apartments for Rent in Uptown Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $875 to $18,323. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown Oakland ranging from $1,200 to $3,695.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Uptown Oakland?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Uptown Oakland ranges from $1,200 to $3,695 with an average monthly rent of $2,515.

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