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Apartments for rent in Oakland: What will $2,500 get you?

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Published on September 04, 2019
Apartments for rent in Oakland: What will $2,500 get you?77 Fairmount Ave. | 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're on a budget of up to $2,500/month.

Take a peek at what rentals the city has to offer, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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570 21st St. (San Pablo Gateway)

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First, check out this 344-square-foot studio apartment that's located at 570 21st St. It's listed for $2,475/month.

Building amenities include garage parking and secured entry. The studio comes furnished and has a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. Be prepared for a $500 pet deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is great for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

77 Fairmount Ave. (Oakland Ave/ Harrison St)

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Photo: Zumper

Located at 77 Fairmount Ave., here's a 657-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo that's listed for $2,490/month.

The unit has a dishwasher and carpeted floors. The building offers on-site laundry and a swimming pool. Pet lovers are in luck: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is a "walker's paradise," is quite bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1232 E. 19th St.

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Listed at $2,495/month, this two-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is located at 1232 E. 19th St.

When it comes to building amenities, anticipate secured entry, garage parking and on-site laundry. The residence also includes hardwood flooring, a walk-in closet and a dishwasher. This spot is cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is very walkable, has some bike infrastructure and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

3300 Kempton Ave. (Oakland Ave/ Harrison St)

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Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence over at 3300 Kempton Ave. It's also listed for $2,495/month.

In the unit, expect to see a balcony, a dishwasher and carpeted floors. When it comes to building amenities, anticipate garage parking and an elevator. Cats are welcome here. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

According to Walk Score, this location is friendly for those on foot, is relatively bikeable and has good transit options.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

927 Bayview Ave., # (Ivy Hill)

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a 785-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 927 Bayview Ave. that's going for $2,495/month.

The building boasts garage parking and on-site laundry. In the apartment, you'll find a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and a renovated kitchen. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Expect a $35 application fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is moderately walkable, is relatively bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Take a look at the full listing here.)

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