Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oakland
As of July 18, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 148 apartments for rent in Downtown Oakland, starting at $895/month. Listings are aggregated from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources and refreshed continuously.
Downtown Oakland is the civic and nightlife core — Fox Theater, Paramount, a dense restaurant scene, and First Fridays on Telegraph. 12th St and 19th St BART stations connect straight to SF in under 15 min. Rents typically run 30-40% below SF: 1BRs around $2,500-$3,000.
148 listings available — updated July 18, 2026, refreshed continuously
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Frequently asked
How many apartments are available in Downtown Oakland right now?
As of July 18, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 148 apartments for rent in Downtown Oakland. Listings refresh continuously from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a typical apartment in Downtown Oakland?
Among current Rentomatics listings, apartments in Downtown Oakland start at $895/month, with an average of $2,891 and a median of $2,689/month. Prices reflect 148 active listings updated July 18, 2026.
How often are Rentomatics listings updated?
Rentomatics continuously refreshes listings from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area rental sources. Stale listings are removed within 5 days of last sighting.
Does Rentomatics show broker fees?
Yes. Every Rentomatics listing displays whether a broker fee applies, and users can filter to show only no-fee apartments.
What is Downtown Oakland like?
Downtown Oakland is the civic and nightlife core — Fox Theater, Paramount, a dense restaurant scene, and First Fridays on Telegraph. 12th St and 19th St BART stations connect straight to SF in under 15 min. Rents typically run 30-40% below SF: 1BRs around $2,500-$3,000.