
According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom in Oakland are hovering around $2,095. But how does the low-end pricing on an Oakland rental look these days—and what might you get for the price?
We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.
Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
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1454 36th Ave., #203

This studio apartment, situated at 1454 36th Ave., #203 in St. Elizabeth, is listed for $1,488/month.
Inside, look for tiled flooring, wooden cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Pets are not welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.
Walk Score indicates that the area around this address has excellent walkability, is convenient for biking and is a haven for transit riders.
(See the complete listing here.)
2805 E. 16th St., #309A
Here's a studio apartment at 2805 E. 16th St., #309A, which is also going for $1,488/month.
The unit boasts hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances and ample natural light. On-site laundry is offered as a building amenity. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.
According to Walk Score, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is quite bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.
(See the full listing here.)
9636 Bancroft Ave.
Then, there's this one bedroom and one bathroom at 9636 Bancroft Ave. in Castlemont, listed at $1,500/month.
When it comes to building amenities, expect assigned parking and on-site management. Inside, you're promised heating, wooden cabinetry and hardwood flooring. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.
Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is somewhat walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has good transit options.
(See the listing here.)
2212 High St., #E
Finally, listed at $1,595/month is this 550-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located at 2212 High St., #E.
The apartment features granite countertops, tiled floors, fresh paint and ceiling fans. Off-street parking is available as a building amenity. Unfortunately, pets are not allowed.
Walk Score indicates that this location is friendly for those on foot, has some bike infrastructure and has good transit options.
(Here's the listing.)









