Vibrant and diverse, Oakland offers easy access to the rest of the Bay Area and there’s plenty to see and do. Finding an apartment in this thriving rental market can be a challenge, especially when you’re on a tight budget. If you’re looking for apartments for rent in Oakland for $2,000 per month or less, there are options that fit your budget and provide the amenities you want.

Lenox Apartments

Located at 377 Lenox Ave., the Lenox Apartments in Oakland are within a historic structure in the Adams Point neighborhood. The building features moldings, original hardwood floors, and plenty of windows that allow natural light into the living space. All apartments within the structure are nonsmoking and pets are not allowed. It is close to various local restaurants, a BART station, and bus stops. Flexible lease terms are available to renters.

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Mason at Hive Apartments

Another option for renters in Oakland is a unit within Mason at Hive Apartments in the Northgate-Waverly area.The studio floor plan within this apartment community is available for under $2,000 per month. Every apartment comes equipped with a full-size washer and dryer, quartz countertops, and designer cabinets, amenities that you will rarely find in other apartments in the area. Some of the units also feature balconies, hardwood flooring, and high ceilings.

Amenities for residents include access to a gated parking garage, planned social events to get to know the neighbors, and a package receiving service. Mason at Hive Apartments is also a pet-friendly community.

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4801 Shattuck Apartments

4801 Shattuck is a collection of luxury apartments located throughout the Temescal neighborhood in Oakland. This area of the city is vibrant and welcoming, providing a wide range of social and physical activities to enjoy. The collection of apartments includes 43 units. Amenities for residents include on-site management, a shared roof deck, a residents’ lounge, and controlled access for enhanced security. An elevator also provides access to units located above the ground floor.

Some units also come with access to a covered, secure parking garage. The 4801 Shattuck community is also pet-friendly. Tenants with furry friends can have up to two cats and two dogs per unit for an additional deposit and monthly pet rent. Certain animals and breeds are excluded.

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123 17th Street Apartments

The 17th Street Apartments are in Oakland’s Lakeside neighborhood. With flexible lease terms and newly renovated units, this apartment complex appeals to residents who want to experience the city’s vibe. Available amenities include hardwood flooring, stainless teel appliances, ceiling fans, and in-unit laundry facilities. The Lake Merritt BART station is within walking distance of the complex.

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Fill out an application for one of these Oakland studios, available for under $2,000 per month. You may find your dream living space, available within your budget.

The apartments highlighted in this story are chosen by Zumper, a rental property listing site with listings in the Bay Area and elsewhere in the United States, to illustrate apartments in a particular price range. The apartments shown were active listings at the time the information was gathered, but may no longer be available. Photos are courtesy of Zumper.