Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA under $1200
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7 units availableStudio $450+1 bd $560+2 bd $860+Base rent3525 Lyon Ave, OAKLAND, CA 94601Pet friendly -
Studio $1,198+Base rent2618 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94612Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
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Studio $100+2 bd $964Base rent55 MACARTHUR BLVD, OAKLAND, CA 94610Pet friendly
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24 units available2 bd $982+Base rent1848-1852-1856-1860 E. 25Th Street, Oakland, CA 94606Apply online -
Ask for pricingIncome restricted2647 International Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94601Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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Studio $378+Base rent1771 Sausal Street, Oakland, CA 94602Pet friendly
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Studio $975Base rent5410 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94618Pet friendly -
1 bd $663+2 bd $849+Base rent2445 8Th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606Pet friendly
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6 bd $1,200Base rent1015 Martin Luther King Junior Way, Oakland, CA 94607Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony • Washer/Dryer
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Frequently asked questions
When were prices and availability in Oakland, CA last updated?
Prices and availability in Oakland, CA were last updated on 12 Jul 2026.
What are the best apartments in Oakland, CA?
The best apartments in Oakland, CA are: Channel House, Eleven Fifty Clay Street, Link Apartments® Four12, 1200 Lakeshore and 4801 Shattuck.
What type of rental buildings are in Oakland, CA?
In Oakland 58% of the housing is rented out compared to 42% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 19% of Oakland's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 64% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 17% are single-family rentals.
Search for apartments in Oakland, CA under $1,200
There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in Oakland, CA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.
The perfect $1,200 rental near you
Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Oakland, CA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 9 apartments for rent below $1,200 in Oakland, CA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.