
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakdale Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (16 Rentals)
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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!

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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 | $1,357 | $950 | $1,875 |
| Oakdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $925 | $3,700 |
| Oakdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,848 | $890 | $5,000 |
| Oakdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $740 | $2,235 |
| Oakdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $640 | $3,250 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oakdale Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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Cheapest Available Oakdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakdale area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Globe Apartments priced from $975. Freyling Mendels Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here are the most affordable Oakdale apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1e | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Freyling Mendels Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| Southtown Lofts | One Bedroom Style D | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Grand Central Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakdale, MI
As of February 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakdale area is the $1.82 price per square foot 2Bed 2Bath Style I Model at 234 Market Apartments in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $1,965. The second greatest value Oakdale apartment is the 03 Style - 2 Bedroom Model at The Gallery starting at $1,915 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Center City 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 234 Market Apartments | 2Bed 2Bath Style I | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| The Gallery | 03 Style - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| 618 Veto St NW | 618 Veto St NW | 4BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Danbury Place Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Hopson Flats | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Rate Per Bed) | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 607 Fulton St E | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1c | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| The Neighborhood at Englewood | Englewood Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B | 28 Jefferson Ave SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Freyling Mendels Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $1.92 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOakdale, Grand Rapids, MI
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3.5Pet 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 $1,280.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oakdale?
The cheapest apartment in Oakdale is The Globe Apartments which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Oakdale costs $1,795.
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 11 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 $262 which is $1,533 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oakdale.
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