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

The average size for a Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA apartment is 809 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Downtown Oakland?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Downtown Oakland is $3,074 per month, a 2.95% increase from last year’s average of $2,986.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Downtown Oakland?

In Downtown Oakland, studios rent for $2,215 per month, one-bedroom units average $2,841 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $3,838 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $4,277 per month

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Oakland?

The typical apartment in Downtown Oakland offers about 809 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Downtown Oakland?

Studio apartments in Downtown Oakland average 511 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 733 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,051 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,474 sq. ft.

Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Oakland?

The typical rent budget in Downtown Oakland ranges from $3,000 to per month, with 45% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Downtown Oakland?

In Downtown Oakland, 89% of households rent while 11% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Oakland is $3,074, a 2.95% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,986.

Studio Apartments at $2,215 offer the most budget-friendly option with 511 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 733 square feet for $2,841, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $3,838 offer 1,051 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,474 sq ft) for $4,277, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$3,074	809 sq. ft.
Studio	$2,215	511 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$2,841	733 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$3,838	1,051 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$4,277	1,474 sq. ft.

Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA have increased by 2.95% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,986 to $3,074.

What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA?

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA (45%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA?

2,611 or 89% of the households in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA are renter-occupied while 308 or 11% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Oakland?

Castlemont $1,902/month

Lakeside $1,973/month

Grand Lake $2,166/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,635/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Oakland?

Waverly $2,852/month

Merritt $3,009/month

Downtown Oakland $3,074/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Oakland, CA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Downtown Oakland	$3,074
Merritt	$3,009
Waverly	$2,852
Mosswood	$2,791
Peralta	$2,763
HarriOak	$2,736
Jack London	$2,735
Civic Center	$2,664
Piedmont Avenue	$2,659
Northgate	$2,599
Pill Hill	$2,452
Uptown Oakland	$2,370
Old Oakland	$2,301
Adams Point	$2,265
Grand Lake	$2,166
Lakeside	$1,973
Castlemont	$1,902

Oakland | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Downtown Oakland is 36% higher than in Adams Point

$3,074

Downtown Oakland rent is the same as Oakland average

Average Rent $3,074

$2,265

Adams Point rent is 26% lower than Oakland average

Average Rent $2,265

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Downtown Oakland apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.