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

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Published on February 07, 2020
Renting in Oakland: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?2347 82nd Ave. | Photo: Zumper

If you're seeking a rental, you know how hard it can be to find a good option for a reasonable price. So what does the low-end rent 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 budget-minded 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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9635 Plymouth St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,395/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence, located at 9635 Plymouth St. in Cox, is 35.4% less than the median rent for a one-bedroom in Oakland, which is currently estimated at around $2,159/month.

Building amenities include assigned parking. Animals are not welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is very walkable, is fairly bikeable and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1521 Third Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment at 1521 Third Ave. in Merritt, which is going for $1,495/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site management. The unit has a walk-in closet. Pets are not permitted. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is a "walker's paradise," is easy to get around on a bicycle and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

2347 82nd Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Finally, there's this 1,000-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom living space, located at 2347 82nd Ave. in Eastmont and listed for $1,600/month.

The building, which can be used as a business or a residence, includes a full kitchen. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, is relatively bikeable and has good transit options.

(Here's the listing.)


This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, if you’re an agent or a broker, read on for real estate marketing ideas to promote your local listing.

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