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Apartments for rent in Oakland: What will $4,200 get you?

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Published on January 28, 2020
Apartments for rent in Oakland: What will $4,200 get you?325 27th St. | Photo: Apartment Guide

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 locating affordable apartments in Oakland if you've got a budget of up to $4,200/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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2450 Valdez St. (Waverly)

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First, listed at $4,125/month, this 1,014-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit is located at 2450 Valdez St.

In the unit, you can anticipate hardwood flooring, a walk-in closet, granite countertops and large windows. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is great for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

255 Ninth Ave. (Jack London Square)

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Next, there's this two-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom apartment situated at 255 Ninth Ave. It's listed for $4,145/month for its 1,432 square feet.

The listing promises hardwood flooring, a balcony and in-unit laundry in the unit. Pet owners, take heed: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Be prepared for a $500 pet deposit.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address isn't very walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has good transit options.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

325 27th St. (Waverly)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

And here's a 1,095-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment at 325 27th St. that's going for $4,146/month.

In the apartment, expect to find a walk-in closet and a dishwasher. Amenities offered in the building include garage parking and a gym. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. The listing specifies a $500 pet deposit.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is great for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

2330 Webster St. (Waverly)

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The, check out this 1,100-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment that's located at 2330 Webster St. It's listed for $4,185/month.

The building features on-site laundry. In the unit, expect to find a walk-in closet, a balcony and hardwood flooring. Good news for animal lovers: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is a "biker's paradise" and is a haven for transit riders.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

471 26th St.

Photo: Apartment Guide

Last but not least, located at 471 26th St., here's a 1,076-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment that's listed for $4,193/month.

In the apartment, expect to see a dishwasher and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. The building features secured entry and garage parking. Good news for animal lovers: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Be prepared for a $50 cat fee, a $100 dog fee and a $500 pet deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is extremely walkable, is easy to get around on a bicycle and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the complete listing here.)

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