Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 15, 2026
Average rent in
Oakland, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 15, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Oakland rent stands today
Oakland, CA rent rose 4.6% year over year, with a current median of $2,295/month. Renters today are paying $71 more per month on average than last year, with rents below the city's peak of $2,395/month in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Oakland rents run 20.8% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, with a total of 563 rentals available.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Oakland rent for $1,695/month, 1-bedrooms for $2,000/month, and 2-bedrooms for $2,668/month, with 3-bedrooms at $3,295/month and 4+ bedrooms at $4,100/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Sheperd Canyon rents fell 64.0% year over year to $2,275/month across 24 rentals, Glen Highlands dropped 58.7% to $2,395/month, and Piedmont Pines declined 58.1% to $2,481/month.
Median rent
Median rent in Oakland
$2,295/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Oakland is $2,295 per month as of October 2026. This is 21% above the national average rent, or $395 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Oakland
563
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Oakland rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Oakland, CA
Average rent prices in Oakland have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 5% 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 $2,195, whereas a house costs $3,100. 1-bedroom apartments in Oakland run $2,000 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,622.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,695 | 3% | 3% | |
1 bedroom | $2,000 | No Change | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $2,668 |  1% | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $3,295 | No Change | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $4,100 | 15% | 28% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Adams Point | $2,195 | |
Chinatown | $2,100 | |
Clinton | $2,281 | |
Downtown Oakland | $2,397 | |
Meadow Brook | $1,672 | |
Northgate Waverly | $2,500 | |
Oakland Ave Harrison St | $2,580 | |
Pill Hill | $2,470 | |
Produce And Waterfront | $2,744 | |
Ralph Bunche | $1,803 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,195 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,397 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $3,100 | 3% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,145 | 4% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,695
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,668
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,295
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,100
Last 30 days
15%
Last year
28%
Northgate Waverly
Average rent
$2,500
Produce And Waterfront
Average rent
$2,744
Pill Hill
Average rent
$2,470
Oakland Ave Harrison St
Average rent
$2,580
Downtown Oakland
Average rent
$2,397
Adams Point
Average rent
$2,195
Ralph Bunche
Average rent
$1,803
Meadow Brook
Average rent
$1,672
Clinton
Average rent
$2,281
Chinatown
Average rent
$2,100
Apartments
Average rent
$2,195
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$2,397
Last 30 days
No Change
Houses
Average rent
$3,100
Last 30 days
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,145
Last 30 days
4%
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
39%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Oakland, CA is 13% lower than the median rent in Alameda, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,650
1%$2,595
7%$2,320
$2,500
6%$2,600
20%$2,500
9%$4,595
$4,562
23%$2,417
10%$3,800
11%$3,615
7%$3,095
3%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
14h ago
9800 Macarthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94605
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$819–$1,720
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
3d 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
23h ago
Meadow Brook apartment for rent in Oakland
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
2d ago
2117 106th Ave, Oakland, CA 94603
1 bed
1 bath
$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.House for rent
Available Oct 14
5d+ ago
Caballo Hills apartment for rent in Oakland
5 beds
5 baths
$20,000
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
Verified
5 beds
3 baths
$12,350
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
1h ago
Verified
255 9th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,395–$6,058
Price droppedTotal Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
421 25th St, Oakland, CA 94612
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,399–$2,914
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
5h ago
6h ago
Verified
37 8th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,519–$4,017
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
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
Price dropped $100Fees 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.Condo for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$2,295
Price dropped $200Fees 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.Condo for rent
Available Aug 25
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$3,350
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 10
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
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.Condo for rent
Available Sep 8
1h ago
Verified
255 9th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,395–$6,058
Price droppedTotal Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
37 8th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,519–$4,017
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
7h ago
Verified
2330 Webster St, Oakland, CA 94612
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,995–$8,326
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 13-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
2500 Webster St, Oakland, CA 94612
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,402–$2,984
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 Apr 9
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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 $2,295 per month as of October 10, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Oakland?
Average rent prices in Oakland have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 5% 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 $395 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Oakland?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Oakland are Meadow Brook ($1,672/mo), Ralph Bunche ($1,803/mo), and Chinatown ($2,100/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).