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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Oakland is $3,095+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $4,061+. Rent rates updated 7 days ago

Studio: $2,500+
Prices trending down
1 Bed: $3,095+
Prices trending down
2 Beds: $4,061+
Prices trending down
3+ Beds: $4,592+
Prices trending down

* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

Top neighborhoods

Top neighborhoods in Oakland, CA

Koreatown Northgate
What's it like to live in Koreatown Northgate?
Koreatown/Northgate offers vibrant international dining just north of downtown Oakland, with authentic Korean BBQ spots and markets lining Telegraph Avenue. Apartments tend to be more affordable than similar units in downtown or Lake Merritt areas, making it popular with students and young professionals. The neighborhood provides excellent transit access with MacArthur BART station creating straightforward connections throughout the Bay Area, though evening street parking can be challenging.
Known for
- Culturally rich neighborhood with diverse dining options
Notable attractions
- Local Shops
- Community Parks
- Dining & Entertainment
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Claremont Elmwood
What's it like to live in Claremont Elmwood?
Academic prestige shapes Claremont/Elmwood, where this distinctive Berkeley-adjacent neighborhood showcases architectural masterpieces surrounding the renowned Claremont Hotel. The district features extraordinary homes often divided into apartments with character details unavailable in conventional rental properties, while the walkable commercial districts along College and Ashby Avenues provide sophisticated amenities within easy reach. Claremont/Elmwood offers renters Berkeley's ideal combination of intellectual atmosphere with residential grandeur, creating balanced environments increasingly valued as lifestyle considerations continue affecting housing decisions beyond purely economic calculations reflecting growing appreciation for intellectually stimulating communities beyond purely functional housing considerations increasingly important for academic households seeking integration between professional and personal environments beyond merely residential requirements.
Known for
- Historic charm with upscale dining
- Boutique shopping
- And walkability
Notable attractions
- Local Shops
- Community Parks
- Dining & Entertainment
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Downtown Oakland
What's it like to live in Downtown Oakland?
Arts district energy shines at First Friday gallery walks and Fox Theater concerts. Converted factories offer loft living, but homeless tents near Lake Merritt BART complicate night strolls. Foodies thrive at Swans Market's artisanal stalls.
Known for
- Urban neighborhood with proximity to shopping
- Dining
- And local attractions
Notable attractions
- Major Shopping Centers
- Museums
- Theaters
- Restaurants
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Finding Apartments To Rent in Oakland, California

Oakland is a vibrant city in California located near downtown San Francisco. It has unique neighborhoods, stunning green spaces, and a diverse culture. Residents and visitors love the city’s thriving arts scene, as it has over 1,000 murals lining the streets. Oakland is also known for its incredible food, including Shan Dong in Chinatown and Taquería El Paisa near Fruitvale.

Sports fans can visit the stadiums and cheer on the Oakland A’s. And outdoor enthusiasts will love exploring the Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park or walking along Lake Merritt's shores.

If you're moving to California, consider making Oakland your new home. There are plenty of great neighborhoods to choose from if you’re looking for places to rent in Oakland, CA. From Temescal to downtown Oakland, you're sure to find an apartment or house for rent with the perfect vibe.

Instead of typing "apartments for rent near me" in Google, use Apartment List to discover places for rent in Oakland that suit your needs. Our app simplifies the rental search by locating precisely what you want. Whether you’re interested in a budget-friendly studio near Oakland's AC Transit system or a pet-friendly spot by the water, our Renter Quiz pairs you with units tailored to your needs and lifestyle.

Apartment List offers unique features to simplify your search for Oakland, California apartments. We use filters to help you locate your ideal rental and share real-time updates so you never miss a new listing that suits your criteria. You'll even get 24/7 access to landlords to schedule tours.

Uncover the best rentals in Oakland, California in just a few swipes with Apartment List. Download our app today — your new home is waiting.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

In Oakland, CA, the average rent is $2,500+ for a studio, $3,095+ for a 1-bedroom, $4,061+ for a 2-bedroom, and $4,592+ for a 3-bedroom.* For more information on rental trends in Oakland, CA, check out our monthly Oakland, CA Rent Report.
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees
You can find the lowest-priced apartments in Oakland, CA by using the cheap apartments filter or you can search by apartments that are offering move-in specials.
You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Oakland, CA apartments that allow pets.
The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Oakland, CA.
You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Oakland, CA. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include California Institute of Integral Studies, University of California-Hastings College of Law, University of San Francisco, University of California-Berkeley, Samuel Merritt University, and Laney College.

Oakland Rent Report: November 2026

Welcome to the Apartment List November 2026 Rent Report for Oakland, CA. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $2,369, roughly the same as last month. Prices and are now up 16.4% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Oakland rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader San Francisco metro area and the nation as a whole.

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Oakland Renter Confidence Survey

National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states

Here’s how Oakland ranks on:

Overview of Findings

Apartment List has released Oakland’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.

"Oakland renters expressed general dissatisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "Some categories received above average scores, but many received below average scores."

Key Findings in Oakland include the following:

Oakland renters gave their city a D overall.
The highest-rated categories for Oakland were public transit and weather, which both received scores of A.
The areas of concern to Oakland renters are quality of local schools and safety and low crime, which both received F grades.
Oakland did relatively poorly compared to nearby cities like San Francisco (B+), San Jose (C) and Sunnyvale (A).
Oakland earned similar scores compared to other cities nationwide, including Riverside (D), Tucson (D) and Tulsa (D).
The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction include Scottsdale, AZ, Irvine, CA, Boulder, CO and Ann Arbor, MI. The lowest rated cities include Tallahassee, FL, Stockton, CA, Dayton, OH, Detroit, MI and Newark, NJ.

Renters say:

"In Oakland, everything I could possibly need is nearbyL public transportation, grocery stores, restaurants, shopping, and parks." -Stephanie P.
"I love the diversity, proximity to other big cities, and the culture. But I dislike the crime, high cost of living, and the lack of parking options." -Rachael N.
"There’s a lot to do here and there’s easy access to other places. Oakland has a lot of character, great shops and food, and great people." -Katrina G.

For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.

View our national survey results.

Renting in Oakland: Tips and local insights

Navigate apartment hunting and city life like a local with our curated articles about Oakland, California.

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Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA

Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA

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Average rent in Oakland, California

Top neighborhoods

Top neighborhoods in Oakland, CA

Koreatown Northgate

What's it like to live in Koreatown Northgate?

Known for

Notable attractions

Claremont Elmwood

What's it like to live in Claremont Elmwood?

Known for

Notable attractions

Downtown Oakland

What's it like to live in Downtown Oakland?

Known for

Notable attractions

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in Oakland, CA?

How can I find a cheap apartment in Oakland, CA?

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Oakland, CA?

How much should I pay for rent in Oakland, CA?

How can I find off-campus housing in Oakland, CA?

Oakland Renter Confidence Survey

Here’s how Oakland ranks on:

Overview of Findings

Renting in Oakland: Tips and local insights

Oakland Section 8 Housing Resources

Average rent in Oakland, California

Top neighborhoods

Top neighborhoods in Oakland, CA

Koreatown Northgate

What's it like to live in Koreatown Northgate?

Known for

Notable attractions

Claremont Elmwood

What's it like to live in Claremont Elmwood?

Known for

Notable attractions

Downtown Oakland

What's it like to live in Downtown Oakland?

Known for

Notable attractions

Find more rentals by

Finding Apartments To Rent in Oakland, California

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in Oakland, CA?

How can I find a cheap apartment in Oakland, CA?

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Oakland, CA?

How much should I pay for rent in Oakland, CA?

How can I find off-campus housing in Oakland, CA?

Oakland Renter Confidence Survey

Here’s how Oakland ranks on:

Overview of Findings

Renting in Oakland: Tips and local insights

Oakland Section 8 Housing Resources

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