
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oak Ridge, NC from $700 (42 Rentals)
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The Haven at Triad Park

Springbrook Apartments

Allerton Place

Arbor Ridge

Hawthorne at Oak Ridge

Briarcliffe Apartments

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7029 West

Kensington Place

Hayleigh Village

Park at Oak Ridge

Landon Creek Apartments

Stadler Place

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Heights at New Garden
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Battleground North

Plantation at Pleasant Ridge

The Grove

New Garden Square

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6801 West Apartments

Revel Greensboro

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Keystone at Horse Pen Creek

Hawthorne Northwest

Hawthorne at Horse Pen Creek

The Retreat at Sixty-Eight

The Lofts at New Garden

Friendly Gardens

Piedmont Place

606 Grasswren Way
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Huntsview Apartments

7104 W Friendly Ave

7108 W Friendly Ave

225 Village Ln

Rise Bridgeview

6704-G W Friendly Ave

3701 Cotswold Terrace

7119 W Friendly Ave
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3910 New Garden Park

616 Grasswren Way
Oak Ridge, NC 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 | $988 | $960 | $1,015 |
| Oak Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $799 | $1,880 |
| Oak Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $899 | $2,510 |
| Oak Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,928 | $1,323 | $3,082 |
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Cheapest Available Oak Ridge Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oak Ridge, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Farmwood Gardens in the Vernon Farms neighborhood priced from $799. Springbrook Apartments in the Vernon Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oak Ridge apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmwood Gardens | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Springbrook Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Hawthorne at Oak Ridge | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $989 |
| Lindsey Manor | 1x1 - A | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Huntsview Apartments | The Meadow | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| 7029 West | Lincoln | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Arbor Ridge | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Kensington Place | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Hayleigh Village | Steeplechase | 1BR,1BA | $1,124 |
| Allerton Place | Starmount with Sunroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,130 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Ridge, NC and Nearby
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Ridge area is the $1.18 price per square foot Grandover with Deck-Renovated Model at Allerton Place in the in the Pearman Estates neighborhood starting from $1,435. The second greatest value Oak Ridge apartment is the Honeycup Model at The Lofts at New Garden starting at $1,510 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Madison Woods 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allerton Place | Grandover with Deck-Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| The Lofts at New Garden | Honeycup | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
| New Garden Square | The Oaks | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Rise Bridgeview | B1 Bronze | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Plantation at Pleasant Ridge | A1 - The Loft - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Briarcliffe Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 7029 West | Hudson | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Haven at Triad Park | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath B | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Huntsview Apartments | The Meadow | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Farmwood Gardens | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Ridge Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Ridge Apartment is $799 at Farmwood Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oak Ridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Ridge is starting from $899 at Farmwood Gardens.
What is the most affordable Oak Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oak Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springbrook Apartments and starts from $1,323.
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