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Claridge Apartments
634 15th StOakland, CA 94612
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $700 (11 Rentals)
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ArtHaus Ninth
685 9th StOakland, CA 94607
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ArtHaus Chestnut
2432 Chestnut StOakland, CA 94607
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ArtHaus Brush
1925 Brush StOakland, CA 94612
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Louise Street Lofts
1450 32nd StOakland, CA 94608
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ArtHaus Linden
1054 18th StOakland, CA 94607
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715 Peralta St
715 Peralta StOakland, CA 94607
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ArtHaus Magnolia
2242 Magnolia StOakland, CA 94607
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ArtHaus Mandela
1705 Mandela PkyOakland, CA 94607
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Oakland
787 22nd StOakland, CA 94612
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ArtHaus Yerba Buena
1035 Yerba Buena AveOakland, CA 94608
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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 | $1,709 | $765 | $2,814 |
| West Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $1,695 | $3,868 |
| West Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,883 | $1,798 | $4,488 |
| West Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $2,295 | $9,912 |
| West Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,233 | $2,545 | $3,800 |
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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 Apartments priced from $765. ArtHaus Ninth has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,198. Here are the most affordable West Oakland apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claridge Apartments | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| ArtHaus Ninth | Studio/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,198 |
| ArtHaus Magnolia | Floor Plan B | Studio,1BA | $1,348 |
| ArtHaus Mandela | Floor Plan D | Studio,1BA | $1,348 |
| ArtHaus Chestnut | Floor Plan B - Studio/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,348 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Oakland, CA
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Oakland area is the $2.78 price per square foot 2335 Market St Model at 2335 Market St, Unit B in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value West Oakland apartment is the 1640 12th St Model at 1640 12th St starting at $3,800 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the MacArthur Maze 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 | $2.78 |
| 1640 12th St | 1640 12th St | 4BR,1.5BA | $2.77 |
| 5th Street Lofts | Loft C | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
| 731 Willow St | 731 Willow St | 4BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| 3236 Helen St | 3236 Helen St | 3BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Icon At Park | Plan 1L | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Oak Walk | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| ArtHaus Ninth | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| 1919 Market Street | 3 Bed 2 Bath A | 3BR,2BA | $3.56 |
| ArtHaus Hannah | Traditional 1BR l Model B | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
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 $1,740.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in West Oakland is Prescott Station which is listed at $1,875, while the average apartment in West Oakland costs $14,155.
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 6 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 $119 which is $14,036 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Oakland.
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