Studio Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oakland
As of July 1, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 56 studios for rent in Downtown Oakland, starting at $1,198/month. Listings are aggregated from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources and refreshed every 3 hours.
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.
56 listings available — updated July 1, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
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Frequently asked
How many studios are available in Downtown Oakland right now?
As of July 1, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 56 studios for rent in Downtown Oakland. Listings refresh every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a studio in Downtown Oakland?
Among current Rentomatics listings, studios in Downtown Oakland start at $1,198/month, with an average of $2,048 and a median of $2,144/month. Prices reflect 56 active listings updated July 1, 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 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.