What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA?

One-bedroom apartments in Downtown Oakland average around $2,600 per month in 2025. These units typically offer about 636 sqft of living space, with approximately 23 listings available monthly.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA?

Two-bedroom apartments in Downtown Oakland rent for around $3,800 per month in 2025, representing a 14.6% increase from the previous year. These units average about 1,034 sqft and see approximately 14 listings available monthly.

What is the average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA?

Three-bedroom apartments in Downtown Oakland average around $5,500 per month in 2025, showing a sharp 43.3% increase from 2024. These larger units offer about 1,297 sqft of space but have very limited availability with about 1 listing per month.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA?

Downtown Oakland's rental market averaged around $2,500 per month across all property types in 2025, down 6.8% from the previous year. Rent varies significantly by timing, with June seeing the highest prices at about 31% above December rates.

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA?

Apartments in Downtown Oakland average 712 sqft across all unit types. Studio apartments are the most compact at 488 sqft, while three-bedroom units offer the most space at 1,297 sqft.

What type of apartment is most common in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA?

One-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Downtown Oakland, with about 23 listings available monthly. Studios follow as the second most available option with approximately 16 listings per month.

What type of apartment is least common in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA?

Three-bedroom apartments are the least common rental type in Downtown Oakland, with about 1 listing available per month. Two-bedroom units are also relatively limited with approximately 14 monthly listings.

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Monogram Apartments

421 25th St, Oakland, CA 94612

Affordable | In-unit laundry | On-site management

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

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Apartment for rent

Available Feb 23

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1d ago

7.2

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Common at The Brooklyn

11th St & Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94607

Affordable | Furnished | Residents lounge

1 bed

1 bath

$825–$1,284

Apartment for rent

Available May 30

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

23h ago

9.2

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1580 Madison

1580 Madison St, Oakland, CA 94612

Affordable | On-site laundry | Oven

Studio

1 bath

$1,500–$1,550

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5d+ ago

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1000 18th St #08, Oakland, CA 94607

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor

Studio

1 bath

$1,513

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

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In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

2d ago

8.5

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1438 Madison St

1438 Madison St, Oakland, CA 94612

Affordable | On-site laundry | On-site management

Studio

1 bath

$1,525

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8.5

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Webster Eleven

1100 Webster St, Oakland, CA 94607

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,710–$4,500

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$1,920

316 12th St

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$1,745–$8,038

Downtown Oakland

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1900 Broadway

1950 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

Studio–4 beds

1–2 baths

$1,745–$8,038

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316 12th St

316 12th St, Oakland, CA 94607

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$1,920

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Storage

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Telegraph Arts

471 26th St, Oakland, CA 94612

Affordable | Fitness center | Controlled access

1–3 beds

1–3 baths

$1,930–$4,646

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Top amenities

Fitness Center

1d ago

7.6

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The Moran

570 21st St, Oakland, CA 94612

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,990–$2,932

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$1,745–$1,755

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$2,795–$3,232

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$2,800

Oak Center

$2,355

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5d+ ago

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1 Month Free! Remodeled 1BR w/ Modern Kitchen in Vibrant Uptown

610 22nd St, Oakland, CA 94612

Affordable | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$2,154

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Available Jun 16

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1889 Harrison St #525, Oakland, CA 94612

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

Studio

1 bath

$2,190

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Top amenities

Central Heat

Elevator

Furnished

Oven

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5d+ ago

Cheap Ralph Bunche apartment for rent in Oakland

1919 Market St, Oakland, CA 94607

Affordable

3 beds

2 baths

$2,225

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276 Adams

276 Adams St, Oakland, CA 94610

Affordable | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$2,295

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Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

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Cheap Ralph Bunche apartment for rent in Oakland

1919 Market St, Oakland, CA 94607

Affordable

4 beds

2 baths

$2,355

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Alexan Webster

2330 Webster St, Oakland, CA 94612

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,375–$8,502

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2d ago

Cheap Adams Point apartment for rent in Oakland

301 Jayne Ave #3, Oakland, CA 94610

Affordable

2 beds

1.5 baths

$2,495

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2h ago

9.9

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Rowhaus

2500 Webster St, Oakland, CA 94612

Affordable | In-unit laundry | On-site management

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,509–$3,232

Apartment for rent

Available Mar 18

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In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

5d+ ago

Cheap Oakland Ave - Harrison St apartment for rent in Oakland

2820 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94611

Affordable

1 bed

1 bath

$2,545

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2d ago

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Affordable

1 bed

1 bath

$2,759

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1104 14th St #1104, Oakland, CA 94607

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$2,800

House for rent

Available Jun 22

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Carpet

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Microwave

On-Site Laundry

Storage

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8.8

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Jackson Courtyard

1401 Jackson St, Oakland, CA 94612

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,845–$3,345

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Top amenities

Dishwasher

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LAKE MERRITT 4 PLEX 4 GARAGE

282 Van Buren Avenue, Oakland, CA 94610

Affordable | Garage parking | Hardwood floor

2 beds

2 baths

$2,995

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Available Feb 1

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604 Thomas L Berkley Way, Oakland, CA 94612

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Central heat

2 beds

1 bath

$4,339

$3,950

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627 22nd St, Oakland, CA 94612

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

6 beds

2.5 baths

$10,993

$10,573

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