
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakland Mills Neighborhood of Columbia, MD from $700 (39 Rentals)
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The Verona at Oakland Mills

The Timbers at Long Reach

9377 Indian Camp Rd, Unit A

Columbia Landing Apartments

Autumn Crest

The Brook At Columbia

6003 Majors Ln

9639 White Acre Rd
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Aspen at Lake Trail

Columbia Glade

The Apartments at Tamar Meadow

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eaves Columbia Town Center

Orchard Crossing Apartments

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Marlow

5909 Tamar Dr

Autumn Town Center
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10X Columbia Town Center

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Juniper

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TENm.flats

8854 Spiral Cut

8865 Roll Right Ct

Furnished Studio-Columbia - Columbia 100 Parkway

Furnished Studio-Columbia - Columbia Corporate Park

9635 White Acre Rd

Sierra Woods Apartments
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The Bluffs at Fairway Hills Apartments

The Bluffs at Hawthorn

9639 White Acre Rd

The Elms at Kendall Ridge

9633 White Acre Rd

Forest Ridge

5740 Yellowrose Ct
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The Elms at Falls Run
Oakland Mills, Columbia, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakland Mills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Mills Studio Apartments | $1,890 | $1,750 | $2,106 |
| Oakland Mills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,202 | $1,067 | $6,722 |
| Oakland Mills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,486 | $1,636 | $9,867 |
| Oakland Mills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,143 | $2,080 | $4,894 |
| Oakland Mills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,558 | $3,528 | $3,588 |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oakland Mills Neighborhood of Columbia, MD.
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Cheapest Available Oakland Mills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakland Mills area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at The Verona at Oakland Mills priced from $1,460. The Timbers at Long Reach has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,475. Here are the most affordable Oakland Mills apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Verona at Oakland Mills | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| The Timbers at Long Reach | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Autumn Crest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
| The Brook At Columbia | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,588 |
| Aspen at Lake Trail | 1 BEDROOM JR | 1BR,1BA | $1,615 |
| Columbia Glade | 1 Bedroom 800SqFt | 1BR,1BA | $1,641 |
| The Elms at Kendall Ridge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,642 |
| The Elms at Falls Run | Butternut | 2BR,1BA | $1,642 |
| The Apartments at Tamar Meadow | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland Mills, MD
As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland Mills area is the $1.53 price per square foot The Centennial Model at Dorsey Overlook in the in the Taylor Village neighborhood starting from $3,799. The second greatest value Oakland Mills apartment is the 2BR 1BA Model at The Apartments at Tamar Meadow starting at $1,831 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Southwoods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakland Mills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorsey Overlook | The Centennial | 3BR,3BA | $1.53 |
| The Apartments at Tamar Meadow | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| eaves Columbia Town Center | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| The Timbers at Long Reach | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Orchard Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| The Elms at Falls Run | Ash | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Columbia Glade | 1 Bedroom 800SqFt | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| The Elms at Kendall Ridge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| The Brook At Columbia | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Autumn Crest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakland Mills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oakland Mills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oakland Mills is at Marlow listed at $1,750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Mills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Mills Apartment is $1,460 at The Verona at Oakland Mills.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oakland Mills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakland Mills is starting from $1,642 at The Elms at Falls Run.
What is the most affordable Oakland Mills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oakland Mills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aspen at Lake Trail and starts from $2,199.
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