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The average rent in Chinatown, Oakland, as of June 2026, is down 8.97% compared to last month but up 9.24% year-over-year.
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3d ago
11th St & Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94607
Furnished | Residents lounge | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$825–$1,284
Apartment for rent
Available May 30
5d+ ago
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,710–$4,500
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Chinatown condo for rent in Oakland
989 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94607
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
Condo for rent
1d ago
Chinatown apartment for rent in Oakland
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$850
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1d ago
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101 Embarcadero W, Oakland, CA 94607
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$2,817–$3,009
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Dishwasher
Air Conditioning
In-Unit Laundry
Hardwood Floor
5d+ ago
Verified
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Storage
Studio
1 bath
$1,295
Apartment for rent
Available May 1
5h ago
Downtown Oakland apartment for rent in Oakland
1 bed
1 bath
$2,794
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5d+ ago
Verified
200 2nd Street, Oakland, CA 94607
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,800
Condo for rent
Available May 14
3d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,525
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,300–$3,345
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,550
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Old City condo for rent in Oakland
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Lakeside apartment for rent in Oakland
145 17th St #202, Oakland, CA 94612
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Uptown apartment for rent in Oakland
On-site laundry | Storage | Package service
Studio
1 bath
$1,275
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5h ago
Lakeside apartment for rent in Oakland
2 beds
1 bath
$2,863
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Lakeside apartment for rent in Oakland
Studio
1 bath
$1,969
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Lakeside apartment for rent in Oakland
1 bed
1 bath
$2,367
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Lakeside apartment for rent in Oakland
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
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Available Oct 12
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,950
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,695–$1,895
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5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,050–$1,150
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
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1h ago
233 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94607
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,698–$2,245
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1h ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,680–$3,165
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One-bedroom apartments in Chinatown, Oakland average around $1,600 per month in 2025. This represents a 10.1% decline from the previous year, with units typically measuring around 433 sqft.
Two-bedroom apartments in Chinatown rent for around $2,800 per month in 2025, down 2.9% from 2024. These units average approximately 940 sqft in size.
Three-bedroom apartments in Chinatown average around $4,300 per month in 2025, reflecting a 2.4% decrease from the previous year. These larger units typically offer around 1,450 sqft of living space.
Chinatown's rental market in Oakland averaged around $2,000 per month across all property types in 2025, down 10.1% from 2024. March sees the highest rent levels, about 13.8% higher than June, making summer months potentially more affordable for renters.
Apartments in Chinatown average around 606 sqft across all unit types. Studios are the most compact at around 363 sqft, while three-bedroom units offer the most space at approximately 1,450 sqft.
One-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Chinatown, Oakland, with about 11 listings available monthly out of 24 total listings. Studios follow as the second most available option with approximately 6 listings per month.
Chinatown, Oakland stands out as a hub for environmentally conscious renters and those seeking a vibrant social life. The neighborhood's focus on sustainability is reflected in its widespread use of non-toxic paint, sustainable materials in construction, and innovative features like rainwater harvesting and recycling. The area's excellent walk score, community solar projects, and abundance of parks and recreation spaces further contribute to its eco-friendly appeal. For those prioritizing social life, Chinatown offers a safe environment, frequent and varied public transit options, well-maintained street infrastructure, and inviting shared spaces. With its unique blend of green living and community-oriented atmosphere, Chinatown is an attractive choice for renters looking to live in harmony with the environment while staying connected to the community.
Three-bedroom apartments are the least common rental type in Chinatown, Oakland, with about 2 listings available per month. Two-bedroom units are also relatively limited, averaging around 5 listings monthly.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
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