Bay Area/ Oakland/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 08, 2020
Apartments for rent in Oakland: What will $3,000 get you?1902 Castro St. | Photo: Zumper

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 don't want to spend more than $3,000/month on rent.

Read on for the listings. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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459 23rd St.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 459 23rd St that's listed for $2,933/month for its 886 square feet.

The building has secured entry and garage parking. In the unit, the listing promises hardwood flooring. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Expect a $500 pet deposit.

According to Walk Score, this location has excellent walkability, is great for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the complete listing here.)

2450 Valdez St. (Waverly)

Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this 738-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom abode at 2450 Valdez St. that's going for $2,978/month.

Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is great for biking and has excellent transit.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1902 Castro St. (San Pablo Gateway)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Located at 1902 Castro St., here's a 750-square-foot two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom spot that's also listed for $2,995/month.

You can expect a dishwasher, a deck, hardwood flooring and high ceilings in the unit. Pets are not allowed. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is a "biker's paradise" and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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