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Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA under $1200

Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA under $1200. 46 Rentals Available
46 Rentals Available

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  • 7 units available
    Studio $450+
    1 bd $560+
    2 bd $860+
    Base rent
    3525 Lyon Ave, OAKLAND, CA 94601
    Pet friendly
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    Studio $1,198+
    Base rent
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    2618 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94612
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • 5 units available
    Studio $100+
    2 bd $964
    Base rent
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    55 MACARTHUR BLVD, OAKLAND, CA 94610
    Pet friendly
  • 24 units available
    2 bd $982+
    Base rent
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    1848-1852-1856-1860 E. 25Th Street, Oakland, CA 94606
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    Income restricted
    2647 International Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94601
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • Studio $378+
    Base rent
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    1771 Sausal Street, Oakland, CA 94602
    Pet friendly
  • Studio $975
    Base rent
    5410 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94618
    Pet friendly
  • 1 bd $663+
    2 bd $849+
    Base rent
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    2445 8Th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606
    Pet friendly
  • 6 bd $1,200
    Base rent
    1015 Martin Luther King Junior Way, Oakland, CA 94607
    Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony • Washer/Dryer
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When were prices and availability in Oakland, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Oakland, CA were last updated on 12 Jul 2026.

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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.