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Last updated on November 10, 2026
Average rent in
Oakland, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 10, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Oakland rent stands today
Oakland, CA rent rose 8.5% year over year, with a current median of $2,305/month. Renters today are paying $180 more per month on average than last year despite a 1.5% month-over-month decline from the recent peak.
Compared to national trends
Oakland runs 21.3% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier coastal metros with a relatively small inventory of 560 total rentals.
Price ranges
Studios in Oakland rent for about $1,602/month, 1-bedrooms around $2,000/month, and 2-bedrooms near $2,699/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $4,000/month. Apartments make up 80.2% of rentals, renting at a median of $2,200/month, while houses rent higher at $3,200/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Sheperd Canyon rents fell 60.7% year over year to $2,200/month across 25 rentals, a stark contrast to the citywide 8.5% rise. Piedmont Pines and Woodminster also saw steep declines of 58.7% and 57.5%, respectively, showing significant local variation.
Median rent
Median rent in Oakland
$2,305/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Oakland is $2,305 per month as of November 2026. This is 21% above the national average rent, or $405 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Oakland
560
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Oakland rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Oakland, CA
Average rent prices in Oakland have decreased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Oakland, CA
Rent prices in Oakland vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Oakland is $2,200, whereas a house costs $3,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Oakland run $1,999 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,595.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,602 |  4% | No Change | |
1 bedroom | $2,000 | 1% | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $2,699 | 2% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $3,312 | 2% | 9% | |
4 bedroom | $4,000 | 10% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Adams Point | $2,095 | |
Clinton | $2,100 | |
Dimond | $2,104 | |
Grand Lake | $2,375 | |
Mcclymonds | $1,769 | |
Meadow Brook | $1,622 | |
Northgate Waverly | $2,482 | |
Oakland Ave Harrison St | $2,642 | |
Produce And Waterfront | $2,789 | |
Ralph Bunche | $1,645 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,200 | No Change | 7% | |
Condos | $2,550 | 3% | 1% | |
Houses | $3,200 | 4% | 7% | |
Rooms | $1,222 | 14% | 29% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,602
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
No Change
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,699
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,312
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
9%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,000
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
1%
Northgate Waverly
Average rent
$2,482
Produce And Waterfront
Average rent
$2,789
Adams Point
Average rent
$2,095
Clinton
Average rent
$2,100
Ralph Bunche
Average rent
$1,645
Oakland Ave Harrison St
Average rent
$2,642
Meadow Brook
Average rent
$1,622
Dimond
Average rent
$2,104
Grand Lake
Average rent
$2,375
Mcclymonds
Average rent
$1,769
Apartments
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
Condos
Average rent
$2,550
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
Houses
Average rent
$3,200
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
7%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,222
Last 30 days
14%
Last year
29%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Oakland, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Oakland, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Oakland and Alameda by all bedroom counts and property types.
Oakland
21%higher than the national median
37%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Oakland, CA is 12% lower than the median rent in Alameda, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,610
4%$2,695
8%$2,352
$2,599
13%$2,850
33%$2,450
7%$5,800
$4,559
30%$2,450
13%$3,819
14%$3,395
3%$3,080
5%Cost of living in Oakland, CA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 18% higher |
| Groceries | 15% higher |
| Health | 22% higher |
| Housing | 55% higher |
| Transportation | 38% higher |
| Utilities | 42% higher |
Discover rentals in Oakland, CA
10h ago
9800 Macarthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94605
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$819–$1,960
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
11th St & Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94607
1 bed
1 bath
$825–$1,284
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 30
5d+ ago
Gaskill house for rent in Oakland
990 55th St #2, Oakland, CA 94608
1 bed
2 baths
$896
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
2775 E 21st St, Oakland, CA 94601
1 bed
1 bath
$950–$1,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Trestle Glen house for rent in Oakland
5 beds
4.5 baths
$11,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Prescott house for rent in Oakland
1662 14th St #NA, Oakland, CA 94607
5 beds
4 baths
$10,995
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Sep 26
2h ago
Verified
5 beds
3 baths
$10,448
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
1508 Magnolia St, Oakland, CA 94607
2–5 beds
1–2 baths
$4,998–$9,028
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
37 8th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,539–$5,047
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1h ago
3h ago
Verified
421 25th St, Oakland, CA 94612
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,400–$2,600
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Feb 23
4h ago
Verified
255 9th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,419–$7,662
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 9
3d ago
Verified
450 Alcatraz Ave #01, Oakland, CA 94609
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 5
5d+ ago
Verified
276 Adams St, Oakland, CA 94610
2 beds
1 bath
$2,895
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
77 Glen Ave, Oakland, CA 94611
Studio
1 bath
$1,995
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1h ago
4h ago
Verified
255 9th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,419–$7,662
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2330 Webster St, Oakland, CA 94612
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,027–$8,910
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1551 Madison St, Oakland, CA 94612
2 beds
1 bath
$2,595
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Oakland, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Oakland rental market.
How much is rent in Oakland?
The average rent in Oakland is $2,305 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Oakland?
Average rent prices in Oakland have decreased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Oakland rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Oakland is 21% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $405 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Oakland?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Oakland are Meadow Brook ($1,622/mo), Ralph Bunche ($1,645/mo), and Mcclymonds ($1,769/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Oakland?
To comfortably afford rent in Oakland, you'd need to earn approximately $92,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Oakland?
December offers the best timing for apartment hunting in Oakland, with the lowest seasonal rents and reduced competition from other renters. February sees the highest rents, with roughly a 4.8% difference between peak and off-peak months.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).