
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakland Neighborhood of Capitol Heights, MD from $500 (20 Rentals)
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Highland Ridge

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1560 Fort DuPont St SE, Unit 1

Sussex Square Apartments

Verona at Silver Hill
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Oakland, Capitol Heights, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,236 | $1,100 | $1,400 |
| Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $690 | $1,850 |
| Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $1,197 | $2,295 |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $1,568 | $2,800 |
| Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,879 | $1,740 | $4,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oakland Neighborhood of Capitol Heights, MD.
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Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakland area of Washington, MD is a Studio unit found at Sussex Square Apartments priced from $1,125. Highland Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,166. Here are the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent in Washington, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sussex Square Apartments | Studio | Classic | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Highland Ridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,166 |
| Penn Southern | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,202 |
| Windsor Crossing Senior | 1 Bedroom , 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Verona at Suitland Metro | Pantheon | 1BR,1BA | $1,257 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MD
As of November 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.82 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Windsor Crossing in the in the Metroplace neighborhood starting from $2,209. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 3D Model at Flats of Forestville starting at $2,060 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Metroplace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Crossing | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Flats of Forestville | 3D | 3BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Fox Club | 3 Bed 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.74 |
| Park Greene | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Walker Mill Apartments | 3Bed1Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Andrews Ridge Apartments | A5 Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| North Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Surrey Square | Victoria | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| The District at Forestville | 1Bed1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 1560 Fort DuPont St SE, Unit 1 | 1560 Fort DuPont St SE | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Maryland and customized analysis for Washington, Maryland. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Oakland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oakland is under $1,297.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in Oakland is Highland Ridge which is listed at $1,166, while the average apartment in Oakland costs $2,788.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oakland?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 40 regular apartments in Oakland that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Oakland?
Cheap apartments in Oakland have an average cost of $319 which is $2,469 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oakland.
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