
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Ridge Neighborhood of Mesquite, TX from $600 (42 Rentals)
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10500 Lake June Rd

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9016 Greenmound Ave

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2198 Aspen Dr

Timbers at Hickory Tree

10500 Lake June Rd, Unit H1
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9571 Gonzales Dr

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Oak Ridge, Mesquite, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Ridge Studio Apartments | $1,136 | $1,033 | $1,239 |
| Oak Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,019 | $601 | $1,862 |
| Oak Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $714 | $2,220 |
| Oak Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,659 | $819 | $1,975 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oak Ridge Neighborhood of Mesquite, TX.
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Cheapest Available Oak Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Ridge area of Dallas, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Harwell Apartments priced from $741. Harper Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $781. Here are the most affordable Oak Ridge apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harwell Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $741 |
| Harper Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $781 |
| Aria Residences | Aria-A1R | 1BR,1BA | $783 |
| Holbrook Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $843 |
| Lockhart Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Sterlingshire | Baker | 2BR,2BA | $949 |
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Arroyo Vista Estates | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Rio Estates Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Foxwood | 0BR/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,033 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Ridge, TX
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Ridge area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Artiga Apartment Homes in the in the Scyene neighborhood starting from $1,728. The second greatest value Oak Ridge apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Crawford Park starting at $1,544 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artiga Apartment Homes | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Crawford Park | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Aria Residences | Aria-B2R | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Sterlingshire | Baker | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Arroyo Vista Estates | 2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
| Rio Estates Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Lockhart Apartment Homes | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Harwell Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Harper Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Ridge Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oak Ridge?
The cheapest apartment in Oak Ridge is Harwell Apartments which is listed at $741, while the average apartment in Oak Ridge costs $1,210.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oak Ridge?
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 19 regular apartments in Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge?
Cheap apartments in Oak Ridge have an average cost of $352 which is $858 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oak Ridge.
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