Cheap Homes for Rent in West Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $900 (6 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the West Oakland area of Oakland.

property at 1416 12th St

$995 - $1,200

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$995 - $1,200

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1416 12th St

OaklandCA94607

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property at 680 14th St

$1,495

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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412

680 14th St
OaklandCA94612
property at 626 8th St

$1,895

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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626 8th St, Unit #3

626 8th St
OaklandCA94607

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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 LP. priced from $895. ArtHaus Chestnut has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,348. Here are the most affordable West Oakland apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Claridge Hotel LP.SROStudio,$895
ArtHaus ChestnutFloor Plan D Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,348
ArtHaus LindenFloor Plan A Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,348

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Oakland, CA

As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Oakland area is the $2.42 price per square foot 874 36th St Model at 874 36th St, Unit C in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value West Oakland apartment is the Loft C Model at 5th Street Lofts starting at $2,865 with a $2.12 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
874 36th St, Unit C874 36th St3BR,2BA$2.42
5th Street LoftsLoft CStudio ,1BA$2.12
Common MacArthurFloor Plan I 4BR 2BA4BR,2BA$2.82
3136 Union St, Unit 31363136 Union St3BR,1BA$2.81
Lantana UptownB52BR,2BA$3.50
Domain Oakland1H - Renovated1BR,1BA$3.48
2335 Market St, Unit A2335 Market St1BR,1BA$3.22
945 40th St, Unit D945 40th St2BR,1BA$3.05
Eleven Fifty Clay StreetS-CStudio ,1BA$3.46
Oak VillageStudioStudio ,1BA$3.18

Frequently Asked Questions about West Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in West Oakland?

There are currently 391 Apartments for Rent in West Oakland, CA with pricing that ranges from $895 to $16,874. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Oakland ranging from $995 to $4,715.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Oakland ranges from $995 to $4,715 with an average monthly rent of $3,067.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Oakland?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Oakland range from $2,225 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,950 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,355.

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