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Oakland at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,089
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63

Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Oakland, CA Apartments for Rent

Oakland is home to Lake Merritt, the nation's first official wildlife refuge, which serves as a scenic centerpiece for this East Bay city celebrated for its restored Art Deco architecture and thriving arts scene. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Oakland, you'll discover diverse housing options, from modern downtown high-rises to classic craftsman homes in established neighborhoods like Rockridge and Temescal, with one-bedroom units averaging $2,087 and two-bedroom apartments at $2,679.

Renting in Oakland opens doors to distinct neighborhoods that match different lifestyles, including the waterfront dining and entertainment of Jack London Square, the galleries and music venues of Uptown near the historic Fox Theater, and the lakeside farmers' markets around Lake Merritt. The city provides excellent transportation connections with BART stations linking residents to San Francisco and the broader Bay Area, while major highways like I-580 and I-880 facilitate commutes throughout the region. Oakland's location between San Francisco and Berkeley puts renters within reach of major employment centers, while the Oakland Hills offer hiking trails and sweeping Bay views for outdoor recreation.

Why Oakland?

  • The Oakland Zoo, located in Knowland Park, contains nearly 700 animals.
  • Catching rainbow trout in Redwood Creek surrounded by a vast forest of Sequoias.
  • The beautiful Camron-Stanford House is an elegant Victorian mansion and a museum.
  • Spending the afternoon at Jack London Square, home to restaurants, shops, and the Jack London Market.
  • The Oakland Museum is an impressive 300,000 square feet and contains an extensive art collection.
  • Oakland is home to Peralta Community College and California College of the Arts.

Renting in Oakland

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Getting Around Oakland

Transportation

84

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
77

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
63

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Oakland Technical High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,796 Students
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Skyline High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,590 Students
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Gateway to College at Laney College

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
76 Students
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Oakland High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,531 Students
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Edna Brewer Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
781 Students
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Claremont Middle

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Public
Grades 6-8
487 Students
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Lincoln Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
705 Students
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Redwood Heights Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
369 Students
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Crocker Highlands Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
422 Students
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Kaiser Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
268 Students
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Madison Park Academy Tk-5

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
245 Students

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