Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA

274 rentals available

17th & Broadway

$2,813

447 17th St, Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 858-2960

9 units available

1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking + more

Verified

The Lark

$2,282

269 24th Street, Oakland, CA 94612

(925) 633-7842

15 units available

Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more

Verified

Denizen Apartments

$2,267

2323 Valley Street, Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 732-4221

3 units available

1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more

Verified

Atlas

385 14th Street, Oakland, CA 94612

(508) 665-1954

$2,740+ moTotal price12-mo lease

36 units available

1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more

Verified

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Baxter on Broadway

4901 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94611

(510) 867-3932

$2,227+ moTotal price13-mo lease

10 units available

Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Dogs allowed, 24hr maintenance + more

Verified

Aqua Via

$2,426

125 2nd Street, Oakland, CA 94607

(510) 422-0293

5 units available

Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking + more

Verified

Caspian

$2,143

260 Brooklyn Basin Way, Oakland, CA 94606

(229) 800-7634

26 units available

Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Gym, Dog grooming area + more

Verified

1146 McKinley

$1,548

1146 Mckinley, Oakland, CA 94610

(659) 204-7607

2 units available

Studio

Amenities

On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more

Verified

1200 Lakeshore

$4,465

1200 Lakeshore Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606

(510) 630-1011

13 units available

2 bed • 3 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more

Verified

2011 7th Ave

$2,550

2011 7th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606

(510) 788-2353

1 unit available

3 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Parking, Range, Oven, and Refrigerator

Verified

Luxury apartments

Top units for an elevated lifestyle.

344 Monte Vista

$2,095

344 Monte Vista Ave, Oakland, CA 94611

(415) 233-7695

3 units available

Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Rent controlled + more

Verified

350 Newton

$1,853

350 Newton Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606

(510) 616-3507

3 units available

1 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Recently renovated + more

Verified

Park Glenview Apartments- Boutique Senior Living

$1,750

3761 Park Boulevard Way, Oakland, CA 94610

(510) 890-0859

7 units available

1 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Recently renovated, Gym, Elevator, and Clubhouse

Verified

5.0

The Collective

$1,095

618 14th St, Oakland, CA 94612

(334) 366-9644

Top rated for Location

“Great customer service Great Management and is gated with great security 24-7.Also management offices open 7 days a week”

2 units available

1 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Gym, Clubhouse + more

Verified

Edson House

$2,577

295 29th Street, Oakland, CA 94611

(510) 867-3684

4 units available

1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more

Verified

4231 Montgomery St

$3,295

4231 Montgomery Street, Oakland, CA 94611

(510) 867-3264

1 unit available

2 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Stainless steel + more

Verified

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Oakland is $2,600+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $3,302+. Rent rates updated 8 days ago

Studio: $2,071+
Prices trending down
1 Bed: $2,600+
Prices trending down
2 Beds: $3,302+
Prices trending down
3+ Beds: $4,470+
Prices trending down

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

Top neighborhoods in Oakland, CA

Adams Point
What's it like to live in Adams Point?
Nestled near Lake Merritt, Adams Point offers urban convenience with historic Art Deco apartments and bay windows overlooking Oakland's crown jewel. Residents enjoy weekend strolls around the lake's 3.4-mile path and easy access to the Grand Lake Theater and farmers market. The neighborhood balances tranquility with proximity to downtown, though limited parking during First Fridays art walks requires planning. AC Transit and BART stations within walking distance make car-free living possible.
Great for
- Families
- Retirees
- Professionals
- Young Renters
- Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
- Mixed-Use
- Peaceful
- Mixed-Use & Commercial
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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.
Great for
- Young Professionals
- Tech Workers
- Nightlife Enthusiasts
- Commuters
- Investors
Neighborhood vibe
- Urban
- Bustling
- Walkable
View 16 listings
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.
Great for
- Families
- Retirees
- Professionals
- Young Renters
- Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
- Mixed-Use
- Peaceful
- Mixed-Use & Commercial
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Oakland Rent Report: February 2026

Welcome to the Apartment List February 2026 Rent Report for Oakland, CA. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $2,013, roughly the same as last month. Prices and are now up 1.8% 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.

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.

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Oakland Renter Confidence Survey

Here’s how Oakland ranks on:

Overview of Findings

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