Housing in Oakland is less expensive than in San Francisco, but no one would call it cheap: according to rental site Zumper, median rents in Oakland are $1,695 for a studio and $2,125 for a 1-bedroom.
To see what housing looks like below the median, we rounded up the least-expensive apartments we could find. Note: these prices and availability are subject to change.
8656 MacArthur Blvd.
This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment at 8656 MacArthur Blvd. in Toler Heights is listed for $1,625/month.
In the unit, you'll find hardwood floors, wooden cabinets, granite countertops and a ceiling fan. The building features on-site laundry and storage. Pets are not welcome.
Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area requires a car for most errands, has minimal bike infrastructure and has good transit options.
(See the complete listing here.)
1929 26th Ave.
Here's a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment at 1929 26th Ave. in Reservoir Hill/ Meadow Brook, which, at 450 square feet, is going for $1,649/month.
Tenants will find this unit includes hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a ceiling fan and ample closet space. The building features on-site laundry and secured entry. Pets are not welcome.
According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is walkable, bicycle-friendly and offers good transit options.
(See the full listing here.)
1921 26th Ave., #24
Listed at $1,749/month, this 550-square-foot, 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment is located at 1921 26th Ave. in Reservoir Hill/Meadow Brook.
In the unit, you'll find hardwood floors, in-unit laundry, stainless steel appliances, a fireplace, closet space and ample natural light. When it comes to building amenities, expect secured entry. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is quite walkable, is bikeable and has good transit options.
(Here's the listing.)
400 Montclair Ave., #1
To wrap things up, there's this 850-square-foot, 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment at 400 Montclair Ave. in Cleveland Heights that's listed for $2,000/month.
In the unit, you'll find central heating, hardwood flooring, garden access, a walk-in closet, a decorative fireplace, French doors and plenty of windows. Building amenities include outdoor space. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: this spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.
Per Walk Score ratings, this location is moderately walkable, is relatively bikeable and has good transit options.
(Here's the full listing.)
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