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Alameda County Rentals
Oakland, Berkeley, and the wider East Bay offer space, character, and value. We help renters and relocating families land in the right neighborhood.
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Alameda County rentals: common questions
What is the average rent in Alameda County?
Rents in Alameda County vary significantly by city. Oakland one-bedrooms run $2,200 to $3,200 in most neighborhoods; Berkeley runs $2,400 to $3,400. Emeryville and Albany fall in the $2,300 to $3,000 range. Fremont and Hayward are generally 20 to 30 percent below Oakland, making them popular with families prioritizing space over proximity to San Francisco.
Is Oakland a safe place to rent?
Oakland is large and varies enormously by neighborhood. Rockridge, Montclair, Piedmont Avenue, Grand Lake, and the Temescal neighborhood are established, family-friendly areas with low crime rates. West Oakland, East Oakland, and Fruitvale have higher crime rates and require more careful selection. A relocation broker who knows the specific blocks -- not just the zip codes -- makes a meaningful difference here.
How is the BART commute from Oakland and Berkeley to San Francisco?
Excellent. BART from Rockridge or MacArthur to Embarcadero in San Francisco takes about 20 minutes. Berkeley to Embarcadero runs about 25 minutes. BART runs frequently (every 10 to 20 minutes depending on time of day) and the fare is under $5. Living near a BART station in Oakland or Berkeley gives you faster access to downtown SF than many San Francisco neighborhoods.
Planning a move to Alameda County?
SF Bay Relocate -- our sister service -- offers a chauffeured relocation day across Alameda and the wider Bay Area. Leslie vets homes, drives you door to door, and gives you an honest local read on every neighborhood.
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Whether you are relocating across the country or across the bridge, we will guide you to the right neighborhood and the right home in Alameda County.