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  5. Building Photo - 3136 Union St
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,950

    3136 Union St

    3136 Union St, Oakland, CA 94608
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  6. Living Room - 3136 Union St
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,950

    3136 Union St Unit 3136

    3136 Union St, Oakland, CA 94608
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  7. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,050
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,050
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,050

    2134 E 27th St

    2134 E 27th St, Oakland, CA 94606
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  9. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,925
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    Base Rent$2,925
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,925

    1094 Aileen St

    1094 Aileen St, Oakland, CA 94608
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  10. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,300

    538 Douglas Ave

    538 Douglas Ave, Oakland, CA 94603
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  11. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,100

    832 7th Ave

    832 7th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
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  12. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,200

    343 1/2 Lincoln Ave

    343 1/2 Lincoln Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
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  13. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,400

    1352 Blake St Unit Upstairs

    1352 Blake St, Berkeley, CA 94702
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  14. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $4,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,300

    1258 67th St

    1258 67th St, Berkeley, CA 94702
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  15. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $3,295
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,295
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,295

    697 30th St Unit 697

    697 30th St, Oakland, CA 94609
  16. 4 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $3,995
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,995

    862 37th St Unit 862

    862 37th St, Oakland, CA 94608
  17. 4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,895
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,895
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,895

    3115 Martin Luther King Jr Way Unit 3115

    3115 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609
  18. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,400

    1337 Cornell Ave Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs

    1337 Cornell Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702

Living & Renting in Oakland

Oakland at a Glance

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$2,173
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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.

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Oakland Charter High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
330 Students
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Conservatory Of Vocal/Instrumental Arts High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
55 Students
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Oakland Technical High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,812 Students
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Oakland Technical High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,812 Students
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Downtown Charter Academy

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
305 Students
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Claremont Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
487 Students
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Claremont Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
487 Students
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Edna Brewer Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
785 Students
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Lincoln Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
664 Students
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Lincoln Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
664 Students
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Chabot Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
576 Students
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Crocker Highlands Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
415 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Oakland, CA

What are the average rent costs in Oakland, CA?

The average rent in Oakland, CA is $2,173.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Oakland, CA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Oakland, CA is $1,788.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Oakland, CA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Oakland, CA is $2,173.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Oakland, CA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Oakland, CA is $2,792.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Oakland, CA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Oakland, CA is $3,340.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Oakland, CA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Oakland, CA is $2,477.

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