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Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA under $2000

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Apartments for Rent in Oakland, CA under $2000. 253 Rentals Available
  • a rendering of a living room with furniture and a fireplace
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    412 Madison St, Oakland, CA 94607
    1 BED $1,950+
  • a kitchen with a sink and a window
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    553 Sycamore Street, Oakland, CA 94612
    STUDIO $1,695
  • a white building with a fence and a car parked in front of it
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    3525 Lyon Ave, OAKLAND, CA 94601
    STUDIO $300+
    1 BED $560+
    2 BEDS $1,169
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and stainless steel appliances
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    316 12Th Street, Oakland, CA 94607
    1 BED $1,965
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a sink and a window
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    35 & 43 Monte Vista Ave, Oakland, CA 94611
    1 BED $1,995
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  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a microwave
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    425 E 18Th, Oakland, CA 94606
    STUDIO $1,625
    1 BED $1,695
  • a kitchen with a stove and a sink
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    2415 Valdez Street, Oakland, CA 94612
    STUDIO $1,500+
  • a rendering of a living room with couches and chairs
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    1510 Webster Street, Oakland, CA 94612
    1 BED $1,627+
  • an overhead view of a kitchen with a microwave and a washer and dryer
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    16 Monte Vista Avenue, Oakland, CA 94611
    STUDIO $1,800+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    351 Lester Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606
    1 BED $1,867
  • a living room with a couch
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    406 Van Buren Avenue, Oakland, CA 94610
    1 BED $1,980+
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    454 34Th Street, Oakland, CA 94609
    STUDIO $1,625
    1 BED $1,873+
  • a living room with a couch and a kitchen with stainless steel appliances
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    450 28Th Street, Oakland, CA 94609
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    1 BED $1,657+
  • a large building on the corner of a city street
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    1515 Webster St, Oakland, CA 94612
    1 BED $1,050+
  • a kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator and a stove
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    646 16Th Street, Oakland, CA 94612
    STUDIO $1,625
    1 BED $1,825
  • the preserve at ballantyne commons apartment kitchen with sink and wood cabinets
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    1720 12Th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
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    1 BED $1,645+
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets
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    169 Santa Rosa Avenue, Oakland, CA 94610
    STUDIO $1,895
  • a living room with a couch and a television
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    444 28Th Street, Oakland, CA 94609
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    1 BED $1,657+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1801 Jefferson Street, Oakland, CA 94612
    STUDIO $1,845+
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  • a living room with a white couch and a table
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    276 Adams Street, Oakland, CA 94606
    1 BED $1,995+
  • a living room with blue couches and chairs and a rug
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    1425 Harrison Street, Oakland, CA 94612
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    1 BED $1,595
    2 BEDS $1,995+
  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    509 Sycamore Street, Oakland, CA 94612
    STUDIO $1,842
    1 BED $1,585+
    2 BEDS $1,999
  • a living room with a black couch and a television
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    265 Vernon Street Apartments, Oakland, CA 94610
    STUDIO $1,967
    1 BED $1,675+
  • a living room and dining room with a large window and a table and chairs
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    1614 Campbell Street, Oakland, CA 94607
    STUDIO $1,740+
  • a bedroom with a bed and a ceiling fan
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    1600-1612 3Rd Avenue, 322 Foothill Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94606
    STUDIO $1,395+
    1 BED $1,795+
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Very Walkable
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Good Transit
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Bikeable
Walk Score®: 85, Transit Score®: 50, Bike Score®: 50

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Oakland, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Oakland, CA were last updated on 22 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in Oakland, CA?

The best apartments in Oakland, CA are: Link Apartments® Four12, 553 Sycamore St, 226-230 ORANGE Apartments, 832 Erie and MARK TWAIN HOMES ( Operating Acc).

What type of rental buildings are in Oakland, CA?

In Oakland, 58% of the residents are renting compared to 42% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 17% of Oakland's rentals, 65% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 18% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Oakland, CA under $2,000

There’s more than one way to spend $2,000 on rent in Oakland, CA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $2,000 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $2,000 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Oakland, CA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 41 apartments for rent below $2,000 in Oakland, CA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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