9020 Hillside St
9020 Hillside St,
Oakland, CA 94603
$1,500 | Studio
Castlemont is a charming Bay Area neighborhood about 10 miles southeast of Downtown Oakland. Similar to many California neighborhoods, rentals here can lean towards the expensive end, but there are some more affordable options available as well. Castlemont features housing options in a variety of styles including apartments and colorful single-family houses. The neighborhood is in a great location, just minutes away from several hotspots in Oakland. Nearby Anthony Chabot Regional Park has campsites, hiking trails, and more across 3,314 acres. Oakland Arena and RingCentral Coliseum (home of the Raiders) are only three miles from Castlemont. Highway 185 and Interstate 580 allow residents to travel to other major cities in the Bay including Berkeley and Fremont. Downtown San Francisco is less than an hour from Castlemont, ideal for trips into the city to enjoy its breathtaking architecture and fantastic landmarks.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Castlemont is $690 for a studio, $1,326 for one bedroom, $1,451 for two bedrooms, and $2,529 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Castlemont has increased by 0.3% in the past year.
Studio
286 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$690/month
Average Rent
1 BR
606 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,326/month
Average Rent
2 BR
712 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,451/month
Average Rent
3 BR
862 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,529/month
Average Rent
Very Walkable
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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Good Transit
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The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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