Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakland Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $700 (11 Rentals)

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Hyde Park / Kenwood
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hyde Park / Kenwood

4400-4404 S Drexel BlvdChicago, IL 60653
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Paul G Stewart Center
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Paul G Stewart Center

400 E 41st StChicago, IL 60653
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Lake Park Manor
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Lake Park Manor

3601-3645 S Lake Park AveChicago, IL 60653
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Oakwood Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

427-439 E Oakwood BlvdChicago, IL 60653

Oakland, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakland area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Lake Meadows Apartments priced from $1,030. Lake Grove Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,218. Here are the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lake Meadows Apartmentslakem8-0b1bStudio,1BA$1,030
Lake Grove Village1B1BR,1BA$1,218
4455 S. Greenwood Avenue4455-0bAStudio,1BA$1,250
The Sutherlandsuthm-1bH1BR,1BA$1,650
4611 South Drexel Blvd1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, IL

As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.40 price per square foot 3 x 2 Model at 4313 S King Dr in the in the Armour Square neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at 4611 S Ellis Ave starting at $4,000 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Armour Square 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.
4313 S King Dr3 x 23BR,2BA$1.40
4611 S Ellis Ave3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$2.50
4111 S Indiana Ave, Unit #24111 S Indiana Ave2BR,2BA$1.76
1030 E 47th St2 Bedrooms 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.72
4010 S Calumet Ave, Unit 1D4010 S Calumet Ave2BR,2BA$2.37
The Sutherlandsuthm-1bF1BR,1BA$2.82
Lake Grove Village1A1BR,1BA$1.97
4611 South Drexel Blvd1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.99
4455 S. Greenwood Avenue4455-0bAStudio ,1BA$2.66
Lake Meadows Apartmentslakem8-0b1a_bStudio ,1BA$2.87

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Oakland, Chicago, IL

Ranked #65

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

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oakland?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oakland is at Lake Meadows Apartments listed at $1,030.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment is $1,155 at Lake Meadows Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakland is starting from $1,395 at Lake Meadows Apartments.

What is the most affordable Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lake Meadows Apartments and starts from $1,995.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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