
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westlake Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,305 (35 Rentals)
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Oak Grove - 444 28th St.

Fairmount Heights LLC.

Fountainbleau Apartments

3300 Harrison St, Unit 1

Electric Lofts

Nook on Valdez

426 - 428 26th St
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3301 Telegraph Ave.

Summit Crest Apartments

2616 Harrison St

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Northwood Court Apartment

420 26th St

264 Lee St
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375 Staten Ave

Moss Terrace Apartments

447 Orange St

389 Vernon St

366 Staten Ave

220 Perkins St

268 Vernon St
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317 Warwick- 270- 1196/2701

Bel Aire Courtyard

Lake Side Apartments

433 Adams St

307 Lee St

Lee Haus

Lee St. 279

Wayne Allen
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418 Vernon St

378 Van Buren Ave
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 | $2,793 | $2,300 | $4,214 |
| Westlake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,244 | $1,788 | $6,453 |
| Westlake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,138 | $2,145 | $5,555 |
| Westlake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,980 | $4,545 | $5,330 |
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There are currently 35 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 Electric Lofts priced from $1,305. Nook on Valdez has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,435. Here are the most affordable Westlake apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric Lofts | Studio H AFF | Studio,1BA | $1,305 |
| Nook on Valdez | FLOOR PLAN B | Studio,1BA | $1,435 |
| Piedmont | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,681 |
| Oak Grove - 444 28th St. | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,788 |
| Fairmount Heights LLC. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| 317 Warwick- 270- 1196/2701 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,965 |
| Fountainbleau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,225 |
| The Broadway | Design EB | Studio,1BA | $2,485 |
| Axis Oakland | B3 (East Building) | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westlake, CA
As of September 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westlake area is the $3.74 price per square foot B4 Model at Edson House in the in the Pill Hill neighborhood starting from $3,797. The second greatest value Westlake apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Fountainbleau Apartments starting at $2,225 with a $2.41 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edson House | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.74 |
| Fountainbleau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Packard Lofts | Loft 1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.03 |
| 3761 Harrison Street Apartments | Two Bed - Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| Axis Oakland | C6 (West Building) | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| 317 Warwick- 270- 1196/2701 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| 150 Pearl St, Unit 211 | 150 Pearl St | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Piedmont | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Income-Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Oak Grove - 444 28th St. | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Fairmount Heights LLC. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
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 Electric Lofts listed at $1,305.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Westlake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Westlake Apartment is $1,681 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 $2,750 at 3761 Harrison Street Apartments.
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