Bay Area/ Oakland/ Real Estate & Development
Published on May 08, 2020
Renting in Oakland: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?1707 36th Ave. | Photo: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Oakland are hovering around $2,250. But how does the low-end pricing on an Oakland rental look these days — and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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2805 E. 16th St.

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment, situated at 2805 E. 16th St., that's listed for $1,476/month.

The building features on-site laundry. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1707 36th Ave.

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Check out this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 1707 36th Ave. in St. Elizabeth, which is going for $1,522/month.

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

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location has excellent walkability, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the full listing here.)

5549 Foothill Blvd.

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

In the unit, you'll find a renovated kitchen, granite countertops and hardwood flooring. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is quite walkable, is quite bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

3201 Beaumont Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Last but not least, there's this studio apartment, located at 3201 Beaumont Ave. in Lynn/ Highland Park and listed for $1,595/month.

Amenities offered in the building include additional storage space. Cats and dogs are not permitted. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is very walkable, is bikeable and has good transit options.

(Here's the listing.)


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