Bay Area/ Oakland/ Real Estate & Development
Published on May 06, 2020
Renting in Oakland: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?1707 36th Ave. | Photo: Zumper

Finding a good spot for a reasonable price can be a challenge if you're looking for new digs on a budget. So what does the low-end rent on a rental in Oakland look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

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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2347 82nd Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,335/month, this 1,000-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom space, located at 2347 82nd Ave. in Eastmont, is 40.7% less than the median rent for a one bedroom in Oakland, which is currently estimated at around $2,250/month.

The space may be used as a residence or for a business, according to the listing. Animals are not welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, this location is somewhat walkable, is fairly bikeable and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

2805 E. 16th St.

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This studio apartment, situated at 2805 E. 16th St., is listed for $1,476/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is extremely walkable, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1707 36th Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 1707 36th Ave. in St. Elizabeth, which is going for $1,522/month.

Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry. The apartment has hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Pet lovers are in luck: Cats and dogs are welcome.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is very bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the full listing here.)

5549 Foothill Blvd.

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Finally, there's this residence with one bedroom and one bathroom at 5549 Foothill Blvd. in Seminary, listed at $1,550/month.

The residence has granite countertops, a renovated kitchen and hardwood flooring. Pets are not permitted. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

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

(See the listing here.)


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