Oakland, CA, USA apartments for rent
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Spacious updated one bedroom Art Deco home, conveniently located outside of downtown San Francisco. A 5 minute walk to Alameda's historic Park Street, featuring local shops, restaurants, bars and a movie theater. This Art Deco period home was recentl...
Available: 16/04/2025
Be the first to live in this brand-new, fully renovated 350 sq ft studio in the heart of South Berkeley! Featuring luxury vinyl plank flooring, recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and sleek cabinetry, this unit offers m...
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Simple, budget-conscious accommodation with a kitchenette conveniently located on the island of Alameda - your sheltered harbor while exploring San Francisco, Berkeley, Napa Valley and beyond. This accommodation offers easy access to freeways and to ...
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Stay 30 days and SAVE up 50% OFFYou be staying in the "Best of the Best" Upper Rockridge location where $2- 5 million dollars homes are common. The entire suite are serene, fitted with Calif King bed in Bedroom 1 view of SF Bay. Bedroom 2 ...
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Welcome to this 3bed/1bathroom home in San Lorenzo. Clean, sleek and cozy!4mins walking to Subway station (Bay Fair)Unit is located in a great location and close to everything,13mins drive to Oakland International Airport;10 minutes d...
Available: 03/10/2024
401 Derby Avenue Oakland, CA 94601Welcome to 401 Derby Apartments!Oakland's newest live-work and apartment community, 401 Derby, is just across from Alameda and a block from Oakland Estuary in the heart of Oakland’s artistic Jingletown creati...
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Amazing 2 bedrooms apartment across the street from Lake Merritt with direct million dollar views. Ground floor unit with separate entrance. Renovated kitchen with quartz counter tops, gas stove, and dishwasher! Low maintenance vinyl and tile floorin...
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This lovely house has lots of light, and a large yd with a comfortable patio for sitting or BBQ'ing. The very large master BR has an attached bath, and faces the fully-enclosed & private flat, grassy back yard. There are 2 sunny, kid-friendly BRs plu...
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2633 Ivy Drive, #D is a large remodeled two-bedroom apartment located in a well-maintained fourplex apartment in Ivy Hill. This beautiful 950 sq. ft. apartment includes spacious living room, dining areas with recessed lighting and refinished hard...
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Bright and well appointed 2BR apartment (1200 sq ft) in garden level of a charming 1890s Victorian. First bedroom has a queen bed. The other (larger) bedroom contains a twin which converts into a king bed as well as a sofa. Extra mattress can also be...
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Welcome to our stunning retreat of modern luxury, where every detail has been carefully curated to provide an unforgettable stay. Nestled in a prime location, this immaculate haven boasts a spacious and exquisitely decorated interior.Sink into th...
Available: 13/03/2025
Welcome to your charming Elmwood oasis in Berkeley! This meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo offers 1250 sq ft of comfortable living in a prime location. Enjoy a thoughtfully designed layout, a peaceful primary suite, and versatile ex...
Available: 01/05/2025
Completely renovated spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bath with balcony/deck. Couple blocks from downtown Piedmont where you can enjoy the simple pleasures of downtown living. Yummy restaurants, shopping, transportation/BART close by and much more! Extra storag...
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An island just offshore from Oakland, Alameda is a quiet suburb. Close and easy access to freeways and to public transportation with ferry and bus service to San Francisco, Alameda is the ideal portal for your Northern California excursions: explore ...
Available: 01/03/2025
Open house 📆Saturday, April 26th10:30AM - 12:30 PMPlease note that the apartment will come unfurnished. This spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom upper unit of a duplex in the heart of Uptown Oakland/Northgate offers a generous 1,5...
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Our cozy, newly renovated North Oakland home is 2 mi from UC Berkeley, a 10min walk to Temescal's best restaurants & bars, & Children’s Hospital. Easy access to San Francisco (Ferry, Uber, Bart). The home features our spacious & charming living +...
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Located in a rural area, this welcoming vacation home lets you experience it all in Carmarthen. With convenient onsite parking, you'll be ready to make the 12-minute drive to Brecon Beacons National Park or the 7-minute drive to Aberglasney Garden...
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This beautiful home is nestled on a sprawling, flat lot in beautiful Orinda. This spacious and stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home has 2, 560 +/- sqft of refined living space. Featuring newly remodeled bathrooms, gleaming hardwood floors throughout...
Available: 01/04/2025
Stunning 2-Bedroom, 1.5-Bathroom Condo in Prime Alameda LocationDiscover your next home in this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom condo that offers modern amenities and a fantastic location! Enjoy the perfect blend of comfort, convenien...
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Fully Furnished Studio/In-Law in Orinda. Perfect for visiting academics, professionals, Travelers or anyone looking for a temporary stay.Private entrance, full bath with shower and kitchen for light food preparation. Refrigerator, Toaster, Mi...
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A top notch Location to your advantage near everything ! Come see the updates... Open Wednesday -Friday 10am-12pm... Pick up application or complete in person...Near by are Trains planes buses automobiles...and there you are tucked away... In your co...
Available: 01/04/2025
Enchanted, bright, elegant 1 br plus loft cottage, newly rebuilt at the rear of a lushly landscaped property, tastefully designed, beautiful reclaimed wood floors, professional kitchen, stainless appliances. Recent renovation from foundation t...
Oakland
Modern, picturesque, diverse. Oakland, California, offers a bit of everything. It has a history dating back two centuries, but the rapid business development made it the modern city with anything your heart desires. It’s not just another big city, it’s not like the New York or Los Angeles. It has its own spirit; it’s the Town!
City Listings Stats in Numbers
| 🏠 Total listings for rent | 671 properties |
| 💵 Min. monthly rent | from $625/mo |
| 🐾 Pet-friendly properties | 238 rentals |
| 🛋 Furnished rentals | 28 listings |
| 💧 With utilities included | 17 rentals |
| 🚗 With parking/garage | 457 properties |
What is the Average Rent for Oakland, CA Apartments?
The average rent for apartment in Oakland, CA: $2,417
(+3.9%)
| Month | Median Price |
|---|---|
| Mar 2025 |
$2,052
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| Feb 2025 |
$1,752
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| Jan 2025 |
$2,187
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| Dec 2024 |
$1,995
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| Nov 2024 |
$2,952
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| Oct 2024 |
$2,819
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| Month | Median Price |
|---|---|
| Mar 2025 |
$2,417
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| Feb 2025 |
$2,326
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| Jan 2025 |
$1,966
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| Dec 2024 |
$2,280
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| Nov 2024 |
$2,914
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| Oct 2024 |
$2,681
|
Be informed and make custom offers based on median rent prices. However, keep in mind that the price may vary depending on the size and amenities of the apartments for rent.
Rent vs Own
Renter's FAQ About Oakland, CA
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What types of properties are available for rent in Oakland, CA?
In Oakland, CA, you can find a variety of properties available for rent, including apartments, houses, rooms, condos, townhouses, and duplexes.
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What are some popular amenities to look for in rental properties in Oakland?
Popular amenities that many renters in Oakland look for in their rental properties include parking facilities, dishwashers, air conditioning, gardens, and balconies.
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Are there any tenant screening requirements in Oakland?
Yes, landlords in Oakland are allowed to conduct tenant screenings, which may include background checks, credit checks, and references. However, they must follow fair housing laws and cannot discriminate based on protected characteristics such as race, religion, or disability.
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What is the public transportation like in Oakland?
Oakland provides a convenient and accessible public transportation system. The city has several options, including BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) trains, AC Transit buses, and the Oakland International Airport. These transportation options make it easy to commute within the city and to nearby areas.
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What are some good neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Oakland?
Oakland offers a variety of diverse and vibrant neighborhoods to rent an apartment. Some popular neighborhoods include Rockridge, Temescal, Lake Merritt, and Jack London Square. Each neighborhood has its unique charm and amenities, so it's worth exploring to find the one that suits your preferences.
Learn More About Renting in Oakland, CA
City Overview
Oakland is the eighth-largest city in California, and its population grows. Want a good job with great opportunities and fancy salary? Care for the environment? A sports fan? Believe in diversity? Prefer nightlife to boring day hours? If any of this is the case, then you’ve found what you were searching for. Oakland is a place for you!
Business and Employment
When you come to the city like Oakland, the only thing to worry about is which job to choose. Port of Oakland is one of the busiest in the US. The major industries in the city are health care, household products, and sports franchises. Tourism is a hot topic, too. And don’t feel uneasy about sustainability while in Oakland: the city is known for its environment protection practices. Especially, for its renewable resources usage.
Demographics
Oakland is one of the most, if not the most, diverse cities in the US. The white and African American population are almost of the same ratio, Hispanic is close on the heels, and even Asian is only half the number of the whites and African Americans. Not only that, Oakland has one of the highest median household incomes, and 40% of the population has higher education.
Landmarks
The Tribune Tower, Jack London Square, Jack London Cabin, Pardee Home, Oakland Museum of California, Redwood Regional Park, Lake Merritt, San Francisco Bay, Bay Bridge Trail, Mountain View Cemetery, the Cathedral of Christ the Light, USS Potomac, East Bay Regional Park District, Oracle Arena, Chinatown, Oakland California Temple, Swan’s Market.
Nightlife
Do you spend your nights wondering about your city looking for a place to chill? Forget about it: Oakland gives you everything you wished for and even more! Bars and nightclubs with various focus from jazz to dance and from rock to reggae are just a small portion of what you’ll get. Oakland got a nickname of the New Sin City after its relaxing cabaret legislation. The Paramount Theatre and Fox Oakland Theatre compete by winning the audience with their events. Still not enough? Go to the Uptown and visit the Oakland Art Murmur every first Friday: twenty blocks, twenty thousand people, and party till dawn.
Outdoors
Sports fans, get happy! This city is home to Oakland Raiders of NFL, the Golden State Warriors of NBA, and Oakland Athletics of MLB, the three professional sports teams. For others, Oakland allows vast opportunities for outdoor activities from biking and hiking to pleasant stroll around many of its parks. Our personal top is divided between Redwood Regional Park, Lake Merritt, and Joaquin Miller Park.
Finding Apartments for Rent in Oakland
You cannot come to a large and popular city like Oakland without a plan for a long-term place for rent. Do everything beforehand with Rentberry, the resource that will take you from A to Z. Search through thousands of apartments in Oakland available for rent, filter your preferences, make a custom offer, and send an online application.
Whatever you are looking for, we have it: a small studio for one, a family house with 2, 3, or 4 bedrooms, a lavish loft, or a duplex in the suburbs of Oakland. Need a luxurious view? We can offer you apartments in high-rises for rent with a balcony. Prefer cheap rent? Filter options by price. Hate traffic? Choose from the apartments in the vicinity to your work available for rent. A student? Check out the apartments for rent in the areas near the University of California, Lincoln, Patten, or Holy Names Universities. Additional amenities like a gym, a pool or a pet-friendly home are not a problem. If you feel Oakland is not enough, try looking for the long-term apartments in the suburbs or houses all over California.
Remember to provide your rental history: it will facilitate your search and application process. The owners would like to know more about you, so the recommendations won’t hurt. To be at a greater advantage still, think about making a custom offer: we’ll make sure your preferred place won’t be taken by somebody else! Finally, save your time and energy, and apply online, alone or with your roommates. Rentberry will help you with calculations and maintenance issues if any arise. Come to Oakland with confidence in the future day!
Oakland Neighborhoods
Downtown Oakland
Do you like surprises? Go to Downtown Oakland, and you’ll get plenty: you never know who you’ll bump into at the heart of this city. As diverse as it is, Downtown offers a bit of everything, from the students to engineers, and from social activists to Federal judges. Skim through the apartments in this area for rent, and be able to mingle with the locals in Oaklandish, or marvel at the Art Deco of its architecture, and the Gothic Revival of the Cathedral Building and the Tribune Tower.
Bushrod Park
An area around the park, this neighborhood is one of the greenest in Oakland. It’s quiet and family-friendly and gives you the relaxing feeling of a forest inside the big city. Houses for rent are gradually growing in prices together with the popularity of the area, so don’t lose your chance, especially if you are planning to have a family soon.
Golden Gate
An entertainment district initially, Golden Gate of Oakland grew up to become the majority of African American, the focus that is still predominant in the area. It didn’t lose its way of having fun, though, despite the rough history: bars, restaurants, and also Golden Gate Shopping District are the American Dream come true. And of course, getting a loft in a high-rise for rent with one of the greatest views in Oakland is just something you cannot refuse!
Temescal
As Oakland is the hip of the US, Temescal is the hip of Oakland. The neighborhood has a history dating back to 1870s but attracts the younger residents with its Victorian duplexes and pre-war bungalows for rent. If you live in today and prefer tomorrow to yesterday, try walking down one of Temescal streets: you’ll find there’s a lot to set your Gen Y on fire.
Montclair
If you have a family or prefer nature to urban landscapes, make a choice in favor of Montclair cottages for rent. The residents here are wealthier, and this influenced this Oakland neighborhood: pedestrian-friendly streets will take you through the forest scenery to the many tennis clubs, as well as a bit further, to the Oakland hiking opportunities of the Joaquin Miller and Redwood Regional Parks.
West Oakland
Heard of Billie Holiday, Aretha Franklin, and Big Mama Thornton? West Oakland was their gig just along the 7th Street strip, and no wonder: this Oakland neighborhood has a distinct fleur of African Americans that earned it the ‘Harlem of the West’ nickname. Check out the apartments for rent in one of the brick warehouses of West Oakland, the area of civic pride, vibrant street art, and unique cuisine like po’-mi sandwich.
Rockridge
Settle down in one of the early 20th-century bungalow for rent with a nice garden. Explore the Oakland neighborhood that is famous for its home goods, indie bookstores, vintage and eco stores. If you like burgers, we advise you to try out Wood Tavern, best in Oakland!
Fruitvale
An ex-area of fruit gardens, Fruitvale today is the preserve of Chicano culture as over half the population is Mexican Americans. Visit Fruitvale Public Market or one of the many Mexican bakeries to feel the unique vibrant vibe of the area. Places for rent in this neighborhood of Oakland come in the form of bungalows from the 1920s and Mission Revival houses.