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Oak Village
801 14th StOakland, CA 94607
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ArtHaus Chestnut
2432 Chestnut StOakland, CA 94607
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685 9th StOakland, CA 94607
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The Union
532 Union StOakland, CA 94607
2715-2717 West St
OaklandCA94612
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West Oakland, Oakland, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,863 | $1,358 | $2,758 |
| West Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,503 | $1,454 | $3,784 |
| West Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,986 | $2,028 | $4,396 |
| West Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,431 | $2,395 | $5,236 |
| West Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,245 | $2,895 | $3,595 |
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Cheapest Available West Oakland Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Oakland area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Claridge Hotel LLC. priced from $800. Common MacArthur has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $903. Here are the most affordable West Oakland apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claridge Hotel LLC. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Common MacArthur | Private Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 2 Bath - A | 4BR,2BA | $903 |
| Common Jefferson | Private Furnished Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| ArtHaus Brush | C | Studio,1BA | $1,376 |
| ArtHaus Chestnut | E | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Oakland, CA
As of July 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the West 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 West Oakland apartment is the 1301 Adeline St Model at 1301 Adeline St, Unit LWR starting at $3,595 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the West Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2335 Market St, Unit B | 2335 Market St | 3BR,3BA | $2.22 |
| 1301 Adeline St, Unit LWR | 1301 Adeline St | 4BR,4BA | $2.40 |
| 2804 Adeline St | 2804 Adeline St | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| 1622 center st, Unit 1622 #1 | 1622 center st | 3BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| The Blue Cap Lofts | 1bed 2bath | 1BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 3246 Magnolia St, Unit B | 3246 Magnolia St | 3BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 871 27th St, Unit 871B | 871 27th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 777 Broadway | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| 1622 Center St, Unit #1 | 1622 Center St | 3BR,2BA | $2.90 |
| 1550 8th St, Unit 3 | 1550 8th St | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
Getting Around the West Oakland Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
95 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- 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 West Oakland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Oakland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Oakland is under $1,840.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in West Oakland is Common Jefferson which is listed at $1,045, while the average apartment in West Oakland costs $3,245.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 12 regular apartments in West 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 West Oakland?
Cheap apartments in West Oakland have an average cost of $163 which is $3,082 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Oakland.
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