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Apartments for rent in Oakland: What will $2,700 get you?

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Published on October 17, 2019
Apartments for rent in Oakland: What will $2,700 get you?305 Euclid 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 hunting down affordable apartments in Oakland if you're on a budget of up to $2,700/month.

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

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570 21st St. (San Pablo Gateway)

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Here's a studio apartment over at 570 21st St. It's listed for $2,610/month for its 515 square feet.

When it comes to building amenities, anticipate secured entry and garage parking. In the studio, which comes furnished, you can expect to find a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. The listing specifies a $500 pet deposit. 

According to Walk Score, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is a "biker's paradise" and is a haven for transit riders.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

500 William St. (San Pablo Gateway)

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Here's a 685-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 500 William St. that's going for $2,627/month.

The listing promises a walk-in closet, a fireplace, a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and a dishwasher in the apartment. The building has garage parking. Pet owners, take heed: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Expect a $500 pet fee.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is extremely walkable, is great for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

325 27th St. (Waverly)

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Next, check out this 588-square-foot studio apartment that's located at 325 27th St. It's listed for $2,667/month.

The building has a gym and garage parking. In the unit, the listing promises a walk-in closet and a dishwasher. Pet lovers are in luck: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Expect a $500 pet deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is great for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

3840 Maybelle Ave. (Upper Laurel)

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Photo: Zumper

Located at 3840 Maybelle Ave., here's a 1,030-square-foot two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom townhouse that's listed for $2,700/month.

The residence comes furnished and has a dishwasher, a walk-in closet and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. The building boasts assigned parking. Pets are not permitted. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is quite walkable, isn't particularly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

305 Euclid Ave. (Adams Point)

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Also listed at $2,700/month, this 894-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 305 Euclid Ave.

Amenities offered in the building include outdoor space, garage parking and an elevator. You can also expect to see a dishwasher and a renovated kitchen in the unit. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Look out for a $2,700 deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is very bikeable and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

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