
Cheap Homes for Rent in Westlake Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,500 (5 Rentals)
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Westlake, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Westlake?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Westlake 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,765 | $2,700 | $2,800 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 5 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 $1,295. Electric Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,352. Here are the most affordable Westlake apartments for rent in Oakland, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Nook on Valdez | FLOOR PLAN B | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Electric Lofts | Studio A & B | Studio,1BA | $1,352 |
3301 Telegraph Ave | 304 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westlake, CA
As of May 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westlake area is the $3.02 price per square foot T Model at Hanover Northgate in the in the Pill Hill neighborhood starting from $4,098. The second greatest value Westlake apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 355 Staten starting at $2,745 with a $2.78 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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Hanover Northgate | T | 3BR,2BA | $3.02 |
355 Staten | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
350 Vernon | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
298 Fairmount Ave, Unit Charming 2 bedroom 1 bath | 298 Fairmount Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
276 Adams | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
Fountainbleau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
3440 Richmond Blvd | 3440 Richmond Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
The Grand | The Chicago | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
115 Moss | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
3301 Telegraph Ave | 304 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Westlake
What type of rentals are currently available in Westlake?
There are currently 435 Apartments for Rent in Westlake, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,395 to $7,193. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Westlake ranging from $1,550 to $2,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Westlake?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Westlake ranges from $1,550 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,181.
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