
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oaks Neighborhood of Mesquite, TX from $500 (13 Rentals)
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Oaks, Mesquite, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $875 | $1,339 |
| Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $1,210 | $1,635 |
| Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $1,350 | $1,975 |
| Oaks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,264 | $1,824 | $7,587 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oaks Neighborhood of Mesquite, TX.
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Cheapest Available Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oaks area of Dallas, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Lockhart Apartment Homes priced from $859. Marshall has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Oaks apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lockhart Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Marshall | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| 3 Springs Apartments | C | 3BR,2BA | $999 |
| Forestwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oaks, TX
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oaks area is the $1.25 price per square foot C1 Model at Meadowbrook in the in the Rose Gardens neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Oaks apartment is the 60% 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Sm Model at Peachtree Senior Apartments starting at $1,399 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Spring Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowbrook | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Peachtree Senior Apartments | 60% 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Sm | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Crawford Park | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Marshall | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| The Elinor on Elam | 1 bedroom,1.5 bathroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| 3 Springs Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Arroyo Vista Estates | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Forestwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Lockhart Apartment Homes | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oaks Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oaks?
The cheapest apartment in Oaks is Lockhart Apartment Homes which is listed at $859, while the average apartment in Oaks costs $1,330.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oaks?
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 25 regular apartments in Oaks 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 Oaks?
Cheap apartments in Oaks have an average cost of $807 which is $523 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oaks.
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