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Apartments for rent in Oakland: What will $1,900 get you?

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Published on August 22, 2019
Apartments for rent in Oakland: What will $1,900 get you?2290 High St. | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Oakland?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to scoring affordable apartments in Oakland if you don't want to spend more than $1,900/month on rent.

Read on for the listings. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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2290 High St.

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First, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom spot located at 2290 High St. It's listed for $1,850/month for its 600 square feet.

The building boasts garage parking. You can also expect to find stainless steel appliances in the residence. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly.

Walk Score indicates that this location is very walkable, is somewhat bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

371 12th St.

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Here's a 522-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 371 12th St. that's also going for $1,850/month.

The apartment includes hardwood flooring and stainless steel appliances. Pets are not permitted. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is convenient for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(Take a look at the full listing here.)

2800 21st Ave., #16 (Tuxedo)

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Next, check out this two-bedroom, one-bathroom residence that's located at 2800 21st Ave. It's listed for $1,875/month.

When it comes to building amenities, anticipate on-site management, assigned parking, on-site laundry and secured entry. You can also expect hardwood flooring in the unit. Animals are not allowed. The listing specifies a $25 application fee.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is somewhat walkable, is relatively bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

541 Chetwood St. (Grand Lake)

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Located at 541 Chetwood St., here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit that's also listed for $1,875/month.

Assigned parking is listed as a building amenity. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot is cat-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is very walkable, is bikeable and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1921 26th Ave., #3 (Reservoir Hill/ Meadow Brook)

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Listed at $1,895/month, this 550-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 1921 26th Ave.

Building amenities include secured entry and on-site laundry. The unit also comes with a fireplace, stainless steel appliances and a ceiling fan. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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