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215 W MacArthur BlvdOakland, CA 94611
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2450 Valdez StOakland, CA 94612
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3093 BroadwayOakland, CA 94611
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Westlake, Oakland, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westlake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westlake Studio Apartments | $2,237 | $1,500 | $2,908 |
| Westlake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,770 | $1,710 | $3,785 |
| Westlake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,466 | $2,295 | $4,808 |
| Westlake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,917 | $3,807 | $7,395 |
| Westlake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,850 | $3,850 | $3,850 |
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Cheapest Available Westlake Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westlake area of Oakland, CA is a Studio unit found at 3301 Telegraph Ave. priced from $1,300. Nook on Valdez has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,390. Here are the most affordable Westlake apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3301 Telegraph Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Nook on Valdez | FLOOR PLAN B | Studio,1BA | $1,390 |
| Piedmont | Studio Income-Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Fairmount Heights LLC. | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Hanover Northgate | B | Studio,1BA | $1,729 |
| The Broadway | A | Studio,1BA | $1,893 |
| Hanover Broadway | D | Studio,1BA | $1,903 |
| 276 Adams | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| 3761 Harrison Street Apartments | One Bed - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| 355 Staten | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westlake, CA
As of October 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westlake area is the $1.63 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment Model at 350 Vernon in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $2,845. The second greatest value Westlake apartment is the 161 Perry Pl Model at 161 Perry Pl starting at $4,199 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Harrison Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westlake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 350 Vernon | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 161 Perry Pl | 161 Perry Pl | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Axis Oakland | D1 (East Building) | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Fountainbleau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 276 Adams | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Packard Lofts | Loft 1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
| 115 Moss | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 352 Palm Ave, Unit 4 | 352 Palm Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Hanover Northgate | A | Studio ,1BA | $2.96 |
| 3301 Telegraph Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.89 |
Getting Around the Westlake Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
68 / 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 Westlake Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Westlake?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Westlake is under $2,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westlake?
The cheapest apartment in Westlake is Fairmount Heights LLC. which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in Westlake costs $4,470.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westlake?
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 Westlake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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