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Renting in Oakland: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?

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Published on November 22, 2019
Renting in Oakland: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?3115 Stuart St. | Photo: Zumper

Need a budget-friendly new spot? Though apartment hunting can be challenging, don't despair just yet — there are deals to be had. So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Oakland look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Oakland via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide 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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2555 Foothill Blvd.

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Listed at $1,395/month, this studio apartment, located at 2555 Foothill Blvd. in Oak Tree, is 26.4% less than the median rent for a studio in Oakland, which is currently estimated at around $1,895/month.

The building offers on-site management, on-site laundry and secured entry. Cats and dogs are not permitted.

According to Walk Score, this location is very walkable, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

3115 Stuart St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at 3115 Stuart St. in Lynn/ Highland Park, is listed for $1,595/month.

In the unit, which comes furnished, you can expect to find hardwood flooring. The building features assigned parking. Cats and dogs are not permitted.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, is bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

412 Monte Vista

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Here's a studio apartment at 412 Monte Vista in Grand Lake, which is going for $1,795/month.

The building features assigned parking and additional storage space. In the unit, look for high ceilings and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Cats are allowed. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is quite walkable and is fairly bikeable.

(See the full listing here.)

3711 Fruitvale Ave.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Then there's this apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 3711 Fruitvale Ave. in East Peralta, also listed at $1,795/month.

Look for stainless steel appliances, hardwood flooring, granite countertops and a ceiling fan in the apartment. The building offers garage parking. Pets are not welcome.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is a "walker's paradise," is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

532 25th St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Last but not least, there's this 329-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom dwelling, located at 532 25th St. It, too, is listed for $1,795/month.

Amenities offered in the building include assigned parking and outdoor space. You can also expect to find a walk-in closet and a dishwasher in the unit. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are permitted. Expect a $49 application fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is extremely walkable, is easy to get around on a bicycle and is a haven for transit riders.

(Here's the listing.)


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