Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA

255 rentals available

Denizen Apartments

$2,185

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

The Moran Uptown Oakland

570 21st St, Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 443-6797

$1,810+ moTotal price12-mo lease

13 units available

Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Nest technology, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more

Verified

421 Van Dyke Avenue

$2,095

421 Van Dyke Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606

(510) 346-5808

1 unit available

Studio

Amenities

In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated + more

Verified

Telegraph Arts

471 26th St, Oakland, CA 94612

(341) 217-7746

$2,304+ moTotal price12-mo lease

12 units available

1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed

Amenities

Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Pet friendly, Stainless steel, Gym, Clubhouse + more

Verified

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Caspian

$2,146

260 Brooklyn Basin Way, Oakland, CA 94606

(229) 800-7634

27 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

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

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

FV I, LLC

$2,580

3142 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA 94602

(510) 949-5297

1 unit available

2 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Stainless steel, Microwave, and Range

Verified

257 Vernon Apartments

$2,345

257 Vernon Street, Oakland, CA 94610

(628) 203-0272

1 unit available

1 bed

Amenities

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

Verified

Alice House

$2,017

1411 Alice St, Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 879-5120

5 units available

1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Google fiber, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher + more

Verified

Luxury apartments

Top units for an elevated lifestyle.

Domain Oakland

$1,892

1389 Jefferson Street, Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 592-5743

16 units available

Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

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

Verified

5.0

La Peralta Apartments

$1,645

184 13th Street, Oakland, CA 94612

(415) 599-7551

Top rated for Location

“I love it here!!”

7 units available

Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated, Walk in closets + more

Verified

5.0

1428 Jackson

$1,460

1428 Jackson, Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 616-3490

Top rated for Location

“Neighborhood is a little noisy but you get used to it.”

3 units available

Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Package receiving, E-payments + more

Verified

77 Glen Ave

$1,695

77 Glen Avenue, Oakland, CA 94611

(510) 867-3541

1 unit available

Studio

Amenities

On-site laundry, Pet friendly, Garage, Gym, Courtyard, Some paid utils + more

Verified

Electric Lofts

$1,425

2415 Valdez Street, Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 405-1822

5 units available

Studio

Amenities

On-site laundry, Google fiber, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher + more

Verified

MacArthur Commons

$2,292

540 39th St, Oakland, CA 94609

(341) 218-2084

11 units available

Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

Dishwasher, Pet friendly, New construction, Parking, Gym, Pool + more

Verified

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Oakland is $2,582+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $3,277+. Rent rates updated 5 days ago

Studio: $2,066+
Prices trending down
1 Bed: $2,582+
Prices trending down
2 Beds: $3,277+
Prices trending down
3+ Beds: $4,119+
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
Piedmont Avenue
What's it like to live in Piedmont Avenue?
Piedmont Avenue buzzes with creative energy where this beloved Oakland corridor combines historic architecture with exceptional dining and independent shops. Renters enjoy genuine walkability to everything from artisanal bakeries to cinema, creating enviable urban convenience without downtown density. Though rental rates have increased as the neighborhood's popularity has grown, urban professionals love both the area's mature trees creating natural beauty and strategic positioning between downtown Oakland and Berkeley with multiple transit options connecting throughout the Bay Area despite occasionally limited parking during peak restaurant hours.
Great for
- Families
- Retirees
- Professionals
- Young Renters
- Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
- Mixed-Use
- Peaceful
- Mixed-Use & Commercial
View 10 listings

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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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Downtown Oakland

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Piedmont Avenue

What's it like to live in Piedmont Avenue?

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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

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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