
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Oakdale Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $895 (43 Rentals)


1400 Bemis St SE

1000 Cass Ave SE

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28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B, Unit B

Burton Square Apartments

728 Baxter St SE

Regency Park Apartments

1966 Burton St SE
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Grand Central Lofts

549 Logan St SE

643 Thomas St SE

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25 Seward Ave NW, Unit Unit 2, Unit Unit 2

Southtown Lofts

108 Burton St SW

234 Market Apartments

Highland Place Apartments
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The Globe Apartments

Eagle Grove Apartments

Freyling Mendels Apartments

38 Commerce

City View Flats

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661 Lovett Ave SE, Unit Downtown EGR Utilities In, Unit Downtown EGR Utilities In

Box Board Lofts

Historic Kingsley Building
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Lofts on Ionia

Samaritas Affordable Senior Living (55+)

Park Place Apartments

101 South Division Lofts

Indian Village Apartments

123 Division Ave S

43 Lafayette Ave

550 Paris
Oakdale - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids
Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Grand Rapids by our Local Expert Mike Heuer. See how it ranks!

1153 Hoyt St SE

Sheldon Apartments

437 Eastern Ave SE

Washington Street Apartment Homes

636 Kellogg Street Apartment Homes

Southgate Senior Living

Grand City Heights

Iowa Flats
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Oakdale, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale Studio Apartments | $1,333 | $950 | $1,875 |
Oakdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,592 | $895 | $3,700 |
| Oakdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $831 | $5,000 |
| Oakdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $758 | $2,500 |
| Oakdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,012 | $639 | $2,200 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOakdale, Grand Rapids, MI
Ranked #25
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Oakdale, Grand Rapids, MI
Mulick Park Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakdale Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Oakdale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oakdale is under $1,275.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oakdale?
The cheapest apartment in Oakdale is Kabo Flats which is listed at $440, while the average apartment in Oakdale costs $1,850.
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 16 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 $356 which is $1,494 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oakdale.
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The Local Experts Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI
Written by: Mike Heuer
I grew up near Grand Rapids and have visited the growing city and its surrounding area many times. It is a true jewel of southwestern Michigan and very close to Lake Michigan and many other great locales.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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