
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westlake Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,200 (30 Rentals)
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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 |
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Westlake Studio Apartments | $2,485 | $1,896 | $3,776 |
Westlake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,838 | $1,835 | $4,370 |
Westlake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,819 | $2,295 | $6,816 |
Westlake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,754 | $3,782 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Westlake Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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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 $1,250. Nook on Valdez has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Westlake apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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3301 Telegraph Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Nook on Valdez | FLOOR PLAN B | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Electric Lofts | Studio I | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Fairmount Heights LLC. | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Monogram Apartments | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1,835 |
Rowhaus | Studio SA | Studio,1BA | $1,896 |
Hanover Northgate | C | Studio,1BA | $1,978 |
Bel Aire Courtyard | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
The Lark | Studio S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,020 |
3761 Harrison Street Apartments | One Bed - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westlake, CA
As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westlake area is the $2.83 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at 115 Moss in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Westlake apartment is the B1.1 Model at Alta Waverly starting at $3,454 with a $3.29 price per square foot in the Merritt 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. |
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115 Moss | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
Alta Waverly | B1.1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.29 |
350 Vernon | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
Fountainbleau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
276 Adams | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
3440 Richmond Blvd | 3440 Richmond Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
230 Orange | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
Hanover Broadway | G | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
Bel Aire Courtyard | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
3301 Telegraph Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.78 |
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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Westlake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Westlake is at 3301 Telegraph Ave. listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Westlake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Westlake Apartment is $1,500 at 3301 Telegraph Ave..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Westlake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Westlake is starting from $2,795 at 276 Adams.
What is the most affordable Westlake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Westlake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hanover Northgate and starts from $3,782.
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