Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakland City Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $600 (61 Rentals)

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Betmar Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Betmar Village

345 Ashwood Ave SWAtlanta, GA 30315
Senior Living
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Kings Court Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Court Apartments

2099 Martin Luther King DrAtlanta, GA 30310
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Gateway Capitol View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Capitol View

1374 Murphy AveAtlanta, GA 30310
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1957 Myrtle Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1957 Myrtle Dr

1957 Myrtle Dr SWAtlanta, GA 30311
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1194 SW Lucile Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1194 SW Lucile Ave

1194 SW Lucile AveAtlanta, GA 30310
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Adair Court Adult 55+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Adair Court Adult 55+

806 Murphy Ave SWAtlanta, GA 30310
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The Gallery at 1960
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Gallery at 1960

1990 Alison Ct SWAtlanta, GA 30311
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Hartland Station
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hartland Station

2040 Fleet St SWAtlanta, GA 30315
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Ashley Collegetown
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ashley Collegetown

387 Joseph E Lowery Blvd SWAtlanta, GA 30310
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The Premier at 1935
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Premier at 1935

1935 Alison Ct SWAtlanta, GA 30311
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1054 Ridge
2 Bedroom Apartments

1054 Ridge

1054 Ridge Ave SWAtlanta, GA 30315
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Crogman School Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crogman School Lofts

1093 SW West AveAtlanta, GA 30315
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Mechanicsville Station
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mechanicsville Station

525 Fulton St SWAtlanta, GA 30312
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Oakland City, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakland City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakland City area of Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Villages of Castleberry I&II priced from $841. Manor III Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Oakland City apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Villages of Castleberry I&IIThe Alder1BR,1BA$841
Manor III ApartmentsThe Birch1BR,1BA$900
Ashley CollegetownThe Allegro1BR,1BA$935
Heritage Station Family Apartments11BR541BR,1BA$943
Residences at Westview1X11BR,1BA$977
Crogman School LoftsMonet1BR,1BA$985
Shamrock Gardens1x11BR,1BA$999
Mechanicsville Family Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$999
Aspen Court Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1,000
1295 West Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland City, GA

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland City area is the $1.28 price per square foot 3X2TH 60% Model at Villas at Lakewood Apartment Homes in the in the Summerhill neighborhood starting from $1,632. The second greatest value Oakland City apartment is the 22BR60 Model at Heritage Station Family Apartments starting at $1,244 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Vine City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakland City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villas at Lakewood Apartment Homes3X2TH 60%3BR,2.5BA$1.28
Heritage Station Family Apartments22BR602BR,2BA$1.18
Harmony Plaza Apartments2x2R2BR,2BA$1.10
Donnelly CourtDonnelly Court2BR,1BA$1.33
Shamrock Gardens1x11BR,1BA$1.23
Ashley CollegetownThe Allegro1BR,1BA$1.17
Manor III ApartmentsThe Birch1BR,1BA$1.20
Mechanicsville Family Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.33
Residences at Westview1X11BR,1BA$1.32
The Villages of Castleberry I&IIThe Alder1BR,1BA$1.18

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Atlanta

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Oakland City, Atlanta, GA

Ranked #168

Among cities in Georgia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Georgia including Oakland City, Atlanta, and the greater Atlanta area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Oakland City Neighborhood in Atlanta, GA

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

54 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakland City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oakland City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oakland City is at Lofts at Centennial Yards South listed at $1,345.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland City Apartment is $841 at The Villages of Castleberry I&II.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oakland City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakland City is starting from $975 at Manor III Apartments.

What is the most affordable Oakland City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oakland City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Shamrock Gardens and starts from $1,299.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.