
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakdale Neighborhood of Dedham, MA from $1,200 (32 Rentals)
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48 Oak St

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479 High St, Unit 2, Unit 2

Residence at the Dior

7 S Stone Mill Dr

84 Hooper Rd

1523 River St

The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR
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Ridgecrest Village

1459-1461 VFW Pky

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1140 River St, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

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763 Truman Pkwy, Unit 3, Unit 3

Rockingham Glen

14 Davison St

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68 Readville St, Unit A, Unit A

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1305 Hyde Park Ave, Unit 211, Unit 211
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1 Tobin Rd, Unit 0, Unit 0

126 Edgemere Rd, Unit 7

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The Proof

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126 Edgemere Rd

14 Heron St, Unit 208

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4945 Washington St, Unit 104

7 Winter St, Unit 701, Unit 701
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9 Carol Cir

204 Neponset Valley Pky

The Block at 22 Everett

14 Heron St
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Oakdale, Dedham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakdale?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale Studio Apartments | $2,006 | $1,483 | $2,682 |
| Oakdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,758 | $1,621 | $3,488 |
| Oakdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,339 | $1,951 | $4,982 |
| Oakdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,282 | $2,600 | $5,595 |
| Oakdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oakdale Neighborhood of Dedham, MA.
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Cheapest Available Oakdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakdale area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR priced from $1,483. Ridgecrest Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,120. Here are the most affordable Oakdale apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,483 |
| Ridgecrest Village | 1 Bed/1 Bath with Dining Area | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| The Proof | JR2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,430 |
| Rockingham Glen | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakdale, MA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakdale area is the $0.32 price per square foot 39 Austin St Model at 39 Austin St, Unit 104 in the in the Brush Hill neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Oakdale apartment is the 55 Gordon Ave Model at 55 Gordon Ave, Unit #2 starting at $3,400 with a $0.34 price per square foot in the Brush Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Austin St, Unit 104 | 39 Austin St | 1BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 55 Gordon Ave, Unit #2 | 55 Gordon Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 9 Stearns Rd, Unit 15-4 | 9 Stearns Rd | 3BR,1BA | $0.45 |
| 1522 VFW Pkwy, Unit 504 | 1522 VFW Pkwy | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| Marshview Place | 2 bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| 247 Bussey St | 247 Bussey St | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 479 High St, Unit 2 | 479 High St | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 48 Oak St, Unit #2 | 48 Oak St | 3BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Rockingham Glen | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOakdale, Dedham, MA
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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakdale Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oakdale?
The cheapest apartment in Oakdale is The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR which is listed at $1,621, while the average apartment in Oakdale costs $4,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oakdale?
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 3 regular apartments in Oakdale 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 Oakdale?
Cheap apartments in Oakdale have an average cost of $297 which is $4,053 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oakdale.
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