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property at 539 Paines Ave NW

$1,450

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$1,450
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$1,450

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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539 Paines Ave NW, Unit 1, Unit 1

539 Paines Ave NW
AtlantaGA30318

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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property at 539 Paines Ave NW

$1,550

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$1,550
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$1,550

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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539 Paines Ave NW, Unit 3, Unit 3

539 Paines Ave NW
AtlantaGA30318

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 689 Berne St SE

$1,750

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$1,750
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$1,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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689 Berne St SE, Unit B, Unit B

689 Berne St SE
AtlantaGA30312

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Oakland, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakland area of Atlanta, GA is a Studio unit found at Crest on Peachtree priced from $899. The Villages of Castleberry I&II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $924. Here are the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crest on PeachtreePonceStudio,1BA$899
The Villages of Castleberry I&IIThe Alder1BR,1BA$924
Mechanicsville Family Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$949
Heritage Station Family Apartments11BR541BR,1BA$1,006
Henderson PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,019
1209 Memorial DriveRedbud1BR,1BA$1,050
Inspire2x2 Bunk Balcony2BR,2BA$1,085
The Vine at Ashley Scholars Landing0A - EfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,100
548 Thurmond St NWone Bed1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, GA

As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.49 price per square foot A3 Model at Ashley Auburn Pointe in the in the Little Five Points neighborhood starting from $1,909. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the Louvre Model at The Waterford on Piedmont starting at $1,793 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Midtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ashley Auburn PointeA33BR,2BA$1.49
The Waterford on PiedmontLouvre2BR,2BA$1.49
InTown Lofts2 Bed 2 Bath J2BR,2BA$1.58
Westley on the Beltline2BX (Renovated)2BR,2BA$1.59
Crogman School LoftsWarhol2BR,1BA$1.51
The SteedeB12BR,1BA$1.66
200 Edgewood | Student HousingB12BR,2BA$1.29
Mechanicsville Family Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.27
Station Square Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.60
The Villages of Castleberry I&IIThe Alder1BR,1BA$1.30

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Commute Less, Live More: Top Neighborhoods Near Atlanta's Biggest Companies

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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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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Oakland, Atlanta, GA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in Oakland?

There are currently 891 Apartments for Rent in Oakland, GA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $19,090. There are also 342 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland ranging from $700 to $27,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oakland?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oakland ranges from $700 to $27,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,923.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oakland?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oakland range from $934 to $14,141, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $809.

Expert Rental Resources

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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