Studio Apartments for Rent in Lake Merritt
Lake Merritt is Oakland's signature — a 3.4-mile path around the lake, the Saturday farmers market, Grand Lake Theater on the north end, and weekend drum circles. Lake Merritt BART serves it directly. Rents are slightly above Downtown Oakland but still well under SF.
15 listings available — updated June 3, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
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Frequently asked
How many studios are available in Lake Merritt right now?
As of June 3, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 15 studios for rent in Lake Merritt. Listings refresh every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a studio in Lake Merritt?
Among current Rentomatics listings, studios in Lake Merritt start at $1,298/month, with an average of $1,810 and a median of $1,614/month. Prices reflect 15 active listings updated June 3, 2026.
How often are Rentomatics listings updated?
Rentomatics refreshes listings every 3 hours 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 Lake Merritt like?
Lake Merritt is Oakland's signature — a 3.4-mile path around the lake, the Saturday farmers market, Grand Lake Theater on the north end, and weekend drum circles. Lake Merritt BART serves it directly. Rents are slightly above Downtown Oakland but still well under SF.