
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westlake Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,200 (29 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westlake Studio Apartments | $2,303 | $1,300 | $3,244 |
| Westlake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,690 | $1,710 | $3,877 |
| Westlake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,520 | $2,195 | $4,851 |
| Westlake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,422 | $3,686 | $5,554 |
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There are currently 29 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 Nook on Valdez priced from $1,250. 3301 Telegraph Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Westlake apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nook on Valdez | FLOOR PLAN A | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 3301 Telegraph Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Piedmont | Studio Income-Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Electric Lofts | Studio G & H | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| Hanover Northgate | B | Studio,1BA | $1,929 |
| The Broadway | A | Studio,1BA | $2,009 |
| Hanover Broadway | D | Studio,1BA | $2,023 |
| 276 Adams | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| Monogram Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,116 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westlake, CA
As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westlake area is the $1.55 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment Model at 350 Vernon in the in the Harrison Street neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Westlake apartment is the 3273 Kempton Ave Model at 3273 Kempton Ave, Unit 3273 starting at $4,100 with a $2.69 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 | $1.55 |
| 3273 Kempton Ave, Unit 3273 | 3273 Kempton Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| 276 Adams | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Fountainbleau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Packard Lofts | Loft 1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
| 369 palm ave, Unit 27 | 369 palm ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| 115 Moss | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 352 Palm Ave, Unit 4 | 352 Palm Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| 3301 Telegraph Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.89 |
| Piedmont | Studio Income-Restricted | Studio ,1BA | $3.10 |
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 Nook on Valdez 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 $1,710 at Piedmont.
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 $2,448 at 245 Lee Street.
What is the most affordable Westlake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Westlake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 245 Lee Street and starts from $2,698.
Expert Rental Resources
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