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Apartments for rent in Oakland: What will $2,300 get you?

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Published on November 07, 2019
Apartments for rent in Oakland: What will $2,300 get you?5015 MacArthur Blvd. | 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 finding affordable apartments in Oakland if you've got a budget of up to $2,300/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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521 22nd St.

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $2,250/month, this two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 521 22nd St.

In the unit, you can expect high ceilings and carpeted floors. On-site laundry is listed as a building amenity. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is a "biker's paradise" and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

617 Poirier St. (Bushrod)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom abode located at 617 Poirier St. It's listed for $2,290/month for its 850 square feet.

In the residence, you can expect to find hardwood flooring and stainless steel appliances. Pets are not welcome. Be prepared for a $45 application fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is great for biking and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

5015 MacArthur Blvd. (Redwood Heights)

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 5015 MacArthur Blvd. that's going for $2,295/month.

Expect to see a dishwasher in the unit. The building boasts garage parking, on-site laundry and a swimming pool. Pets are not allowed.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address requires a car for most errands, isn't particularly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the full listing here.)

927 Bayview Ave. (Ivy Hill)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this 785-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's located at 927 Bayview Ave. It's also listed for $2,295/month.

When it comes to building amenities, anticipate garage parking and on-site laundry. You can also expect to see a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and a dishwasher in the unit. Neither cats nor dogs are permitted. The listing specifies a $35 application fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is very walkable, is relatively bikeable and has good transit options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

2725 23rd Ave. (Tuxedo)

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Photo: Zumper

Located at 2725 23rd Ave., here's a 700-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $2,295/month.

You can expect to see a balcony, a dishwasher and hardwood flooring in the unit. When it comes to building amenities, anticipate garage parking. Pet lovers are in luck: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

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

(See the complete listing here.)

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