Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakbrook Neighborhood of Kannapolis, NC from $300 (24 Rentals)

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Forest Park Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Park Crossing

1065 Ridgeway DrKannapolis, NC 28083
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Villas At Forest Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villas At Forest Park

300 S Little Texas RdKannapolis, NC 28083
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Kimberly Ridge
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Kimberly Ridge

450 Cabarrus Arms DrKannapolis, NC 28081
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McLain Heights
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

McLain Heights

100 McLain Heights CtKannapolis, NC 28083
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South Emerson Hills
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

South Emerson Hills

1425 Mount Olivet RdKannapolis, NC 28083
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University Park
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

University Park

2137 University DrKannapolis, NC 28083
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White Oak Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

White Oak Apartments

500-508 Jackson Park RdKannapolis, NC 28083

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Oakbrook, Kannapolis, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakbrook Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakbrook area of Kannapolis, NC is a Studio unit found at Kannan Station Apartment Homes priced from $885. The Ridges has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Oakbrook apartments for rent in Kannapolis, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kannan Station Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$885
The Ridges1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025
South Emerson Hills1 x 11BR,1BA$1,089
The Vive at KellswaterA1 The Beech - One Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,189
Oak Crest Apartments2A2BR,2BA$1,224

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakbrook, NC

As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakbrook area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2Bd 1.5Bth TH Reno Model at The Retreat at Kannapolis in the in the Oak Crest neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value Oakbrook apartment is the A2 The Sequoia - One Bedroom, One Bathroom Model at The Vive at Kellswater starting at $1,348 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Trinity Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakbrook apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Retreat at Kannapolis2Bd 1.5Bth TH Reno2BR,1.5BA$1.25
The Vive at KellswaterA2 The Sequoia - One Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.35
Oak Crest Apartments2A2BR,2BA$1.29
White Oak Apartments500/508 Jackson Pk Rd, 2br 1.5ba Townhome | Kan...2BR,1.5BA$1.41
Oak Ridge DuplexesOakRidge Duplex (Garden style) 2br 1ba, White O...2BR,1BA$1.39
Ashford Place ApartmentsAshford 2x12BR,1BA$1.58
South Emerson Hills1 x 11BR,1BA$1.38
Graces Reserve1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.73
Argento at Kellswater Bridge ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.84
The Ridges1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.49

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Oakbrook, Kannapolis, NC

Ranked #9

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakbrook Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oakbrook?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oakbrook is at Kannan Station Apartment Homes listed at $885.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakbrook Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakbrook Apartment is $1,025 at The Ridges.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oakbrook Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakbrook is starting from $1,224 at Oak Crest Apartments.

What is the most affordable Oakbrook Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oakbrook Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak Crest Apartments and starts from $1,353.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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