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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA


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  • Apartments Under $400

  • Studio $355
    2 bd $964
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    PIEDMONT HOMES

    55 MACARTHUR BLVD, OAKLAND, CA 94610
    Pet friendly
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    Studio $1,267+
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    ArtHaus Six

    3.0 (3)
    825 6Th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
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    Nook On Valdez

    4.5 (3)
    2425 Valdez Street, Oakland, CA 94612
    Pet friendly • Hardwood Floors • Laundry Facilities
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    Studio $1,316
    1 bd $1,767
    2 bd $2,333
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    Ivy Haus

    1844 7Th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606
    Pet friendly • Parking • Dishwasher
  • Apartments Under $1,500

  • Only 3 units left
    Studio $1,475
    1 bd $1,800
    2 bd $2,450+
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    1640 6th Ave

    3.5 (4)
    1640 6Th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606
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  • Apartments Under $1,600

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    Studio $1,530+
    Total monthly cost Income restricted
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    Electric Lofts

    3.5 (2)
    2415 Valdez Street, Oakland, CA 94612
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    Studio $1,557+
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    ArtHaus Mandela

    5.0 (1)
    1705 Mandela Parkway, Oakland, CA 94607
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    Studio $1,558
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    ArtHaus Magnolia

    3.0 (1)
    2242 Magnolia Street, Oakland, CA 94607
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  • Apartments Under $1,700

  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,600
    2 bd $2,400
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    351 Hanover Avenue

    3.0 (4)
    351 Hanover Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606
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    316 12th Street

    3.0 (3)
    316 12Th Street, Oakland, CA 94607
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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    Studio $1,695
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    Lenox Ave

    377 Lenox Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
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    Studio $1,698+
    1 bd $2,638
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    ArtHaus Jack London

    233 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94607
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    Studio $1,800
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    ArtHaus Grand

    3.0 (1)
    220 Grand Avenue, Oakland, CA 94610
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    1 bd $1,890
    2 bd $2,380+
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    4.0 (2)
    1510 Webster Street, Oakland, CA 94612
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    Studio $1,981+
    1 bd $2,392+
    2 bd $3,269+
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    Lydian

    4.0 (66)
    238 13Th Street, Oakland, CA 94612
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    Studio $2,063+
    1 bd $2,494+
    2 bd $3,721+
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    Channel House

    40 Harrison St, Oakland, CA 94607
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    2 bd $2,098
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    Bella Haus

    5.0 (2)
    800-818 E 20Th Street, Oakland, CA 94606
    Pet friendly • Parking • Hardwood Floors
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    Studio $2,328+
    1 bd $2,695+
    2 bd $3,340+
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    4.5 (1)
    1150 Clay St, Oakland, CA 94607
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    Studio $2,340+
    1 bd $2,832+
    2 bd $3,405+
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    Lantana Uptown

    4.0 (5)
    625 16Th Street, Oakland, CA 94612
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    Mason At Hive

    2350 Valley Street, Oakland, CA 94612
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  • 1 bd $2,595
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    226-230 Orange Street, Oakland, CA 94610
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    3 bd $3,604
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    Lee Haus

    4.0 (1)
    245 Lee Street, Oakland, CA 94610
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    257 VERNON Apartments

    4.0 (8)
    257 Vernon Street, Oakland, CA 94610
    Pet friendly • Parking • Fitness center
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    Income restricted
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    AveVista

    4.5 (6)
    460 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
    Dishwasher • Laundry Facilities
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Frequently asked questions

How many cheap rentals are available in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA on RentCafe?

There are 17 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA were last updated on 14 Nov 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA?

The average Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA cheap apartment size is 555 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA?

A cheap apartment in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Downtown Oakland has never been easier. We feature 76 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA average, which is currently $3,012. On RentCafe, Downtown Oakland rents go as low as $355/mo.