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Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA under $1300

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    1431 Jackson Street, Oakland, CA 94612
    STUDIO $1,250+
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    2425 Valdez Street, Oakland, CA 94612
    STUDIO $1,250
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    55 MACARTHUR BLVD, OAKLAND, CA 94610
    STUDIO $100+
    2 BEDS $964
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    1 BED $1,045
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    5410 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94618
    STUDIO $975
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    825 6Th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
    STUDIO $1,298
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    2618 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94612
    STUDIO $1,248
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    1722 27Th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601
    STUDIO $1,298+
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    2701 High Street, Oakland, CA 94619
    STUDIO $1,298
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    1060 Grand Avenue, Oakland, CA 94607
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    1143 10Th Street, Oakland, CA 94607
    STUDIO $961+
    1 BED $807+
    2 BEDS $910+
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    460 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
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    STUDIO $1,288
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    1272 26Th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601
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    2 BEDS $876+
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Getting around in Oakland, CA

85 /100
Very Walkable
50 /100
Good Transit
50 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 85, Transit Score®: 50, Bike Score®: 50

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Oakland, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Oakland, CA were last updated on 15 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Oakland, CA?

The best apartments in Oakland, CA are: Link Apartments® Four12, Eleven Fifty Clay Street, Channel House, 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. 17% of Oakland’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 65% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 18% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in Oakland, CA under $2,100

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $2,100?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 272 apartments for rent in Oakland, CA on which you’ll spend less than $2,100. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $2,100

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $2,100. The average rental size in Oakland, CA is 653 Sqft, but the $2,100 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.

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