
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Forest Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $400 (93 Rentals)
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HollyView

Retreat on Rosslyn

Woods On Lamonte

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6633 Studios

Lovett Manor

Adobe Springs Apartments

The Park at Malaga

2006 W 43rd St

Pepper Tree Manor - 45+ Community
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The Reserve at White Oak

Turtle Creek

5036 Golden Forest Dr

5036 Golden Forest Dr

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Springhill

The Melrose

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Fountains at Tidwell Apartments & The Enclave

5625 Antoine Dr

The Dacoma

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The Life at Grand Oaks

Dominion at Oak Forest

Montabella at Oak Forest

Twin Pines
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3902 Mandell St

West 18th Lofts

2102 Antoine Dr

4300 Rosslyn Rd

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Whitney at the Heights

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Lively at Antoine

6321 Ezzard Charles Ln

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Silver Star Apartments

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Citadel
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3409 Brinkman St

2121 Ella

1710 W T C Jester Blvd

Avenue on 34th

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Court At Oak Forest

Oak Glen Apartments

Catalyst Oakwood Gardens Condos

Sherwood Glen

5625 Antoine Dr
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Oak Forest, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Forest Studio Apartments | $1,278 | $650 | $2,045 |
| Oak Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,268 | $480 | $2,655 |
| Oak Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $577 | $4,439 |
| Oak Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,956 | $663 | $4,278 |
| Oak Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $1,475 | $5,275 |
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Cheapest Available Oak Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Forest area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Lost Oaks priced from $480. Retreat on Rosslyn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Oak Forest apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Oaks | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $480 |
| Retreat on Rosslyn | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| HollyView | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Woods On Lamonte | A 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $660 |
| Court At Oak Forest | Studio2 | Studio,1BA | $679 |
| Sherwood Glen | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Adobe Springs Apartments | B - 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Pepper Tree Manor - 45+ Community | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Reserve at White Oak | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Bend at Oak Forest Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $819 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Forest, TX
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Forest area is the $1.27 price per square foot F Model at Montabella at Oak Forest in the in the Spring Branch East neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Oak Forest apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Lost Oaks starting at $663 with a $0.57 price per square foot in the Acres Homes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montabella at Oak Forest | F | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Lost Oaks | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.57 |
| Fountains at Tidwell Apartments & The Enclave | B1_Fountains at Tidwell | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Adobe Springs Apartments | E - 2-1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Brittany Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Reserve at White Oak | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Pepper Tree Manor - 45+ Community | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Sherwood Glen | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Woods On Lamonte | A 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Retreat on Rosslyn | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Forest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oak Forest?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oak Forest is at HollyView listed at $650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Forest Apartment is $480 at Lost Oaks.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oak Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Forest is starting from $577 at Lost Oaks.
What is the most affordable Oak Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oak Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lost Oaks and starts from $663.
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