
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Forest Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (20 Rentals)
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Oak Forest, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Forest Studio Apartments | $1,066 | $975 | $1,175 |
| Oak Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,120 | $980 | $1,850 |
| Oak Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $1,077 | $2,600 |
| Oak Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,794 | $1,374 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oak Forest Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available Oak Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Forest area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Crossing at Reedy Creek priced from $975. Wellington Farms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Oak Forest apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossing at Reedy Creek | Studio Standard - Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Wellington Farms | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Grove Apartments | 642 SF – 1 BR / 1 BA w/ Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Park Creek Apartments | Birch Garden Style Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Slate Charlotte | Birch- Studio Standard-Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Forest, NC
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Forest area is the $1.36 price per square foot Dogwood Model at Rosecroft in the in the Farm Pond neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Oak Forest apartment is the The Kingston Model at Woodland Hollow starting at $1,782 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Mineral Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosecroft | Dogwood | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Woodland Hollow | The Kingston | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Windsor Harbor | 2 Bedroom Town | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Wellington Farms | Duncaster | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| The Grove Apartments | 854?SF - Bright & Airy 2?BR / 2?BA w/ Balcony | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Delta Crossing | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Bradford Commons Townhomes | 1x1 Upgraded- Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Darby Terrace | Darby Terrace - Unit... | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| The Slate Charlotte | Lilly- 1x1 Upgraded-Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Park Creek Apartments | Alpine Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Best Local Schools in Oak Forest, Charlotte, NC
Devonshire Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Forest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Oak Forest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oak Forest is under $1,271.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oak Forest?
The cheapest apartment in Oak Forest is Wellington Farms which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Oak Forest costs $1,774.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oak Forest?
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 20 regular apartments in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest?
Cheap apartments in Oak Forest have an average cost of $328 which is $1,446 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oak Forest.
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