
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oakdale, IA from $600 (51 Rentals)
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Park Place

Scotsdale

Emerald Ct

Parkside Manor

808 on 5th

330 Ridgeland Avenue

River Ridge Place

Westgate Villa

Green Meadow Apartments
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1453-1458 Eastview Dr

Aster Village

The Baltic

Willow Ridge Apartments

Penn Street Place

Woodridge Estates

Boardwalk

The New York

The Hampton at Coral Ridge

The Forum At Lincoln
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965 Flats

5 Lincoln Ave

Parkview Lofts

The Lundell

Ventnor

1032 Newton Rd

Manville Terrace

280 S Chestnut St

Oakcrest

Knollridge Garden Apartments
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5 Woolf Ave

115 Sugar Creek Ln

504 2nd Ave

530 N Dubuque St

1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments

1632 5th St

230 S Chestnut St

2262 Holiday Rd

205 5th St

2870 Coral Ct
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Western Hills

1014 Oakcrest Street Iowa City IA

20 Zeller Crossing

150 Elm Ridge Dr

Autumn Ridge

240 Sadler Ln

920 W Cherry St

2869 Coral Ct

2865 Spring Rose Cir

1725 Caleb Ct
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Oakdale, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale Studio Apartments | $1,167 | $695 | $1,350 |
| Oakdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,502 | $845 | $2,914 |
| Oakdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $812 | $3,663 |
| Oakdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $850 | $2,595 |
| Oakdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $725 | $2,900 |
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Cheapest Available Oakdale Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakdale, IA is a Studio unit found at Lakewood Hills Apartments in the Old Mill Creek neighborhood priced from $695. Aspire at West Campus in the Coralview Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $812. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakdale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood Hills Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Aspire at West Campus | 2x2 Herky - Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $812 |
| 808 on 5th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 1453-1458 Eastview Dr | 1455 Eastview | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Willow Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Parkview Lofts | Parkview 2 - A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,330 |
| Manville Terrace | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 1032 Newton Rd | 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Newton Pointe Apartments | 3 bed 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Penn Street Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakdale, IA and Nearby
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakdale area is the $1.44 price per square foot G Model at The Hawthorne in the in the The Pond's Edge neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Oakdale apartment is the 3 bed 1 bath Model at Newton Pointe Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Cottage Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hawthorne | G | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Newton Pointe Apartments | 3 bed 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Forum At Lincoln | 3 bed / 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 1453-1458 Eastview Dr | 1455 Eastview | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Penn Street Place | Corner Windows | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Parkview Lofts | Parkview 3 - B (Furnished) | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| 1032 Newton Rd | 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 808 on 5th | 424 S | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Aspire at West Campus | 1x1 Kinnick - Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Lakewood Hills Apartments | Studio Gold | Studio ,1BA | $2.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakdale Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oakdale?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oakdale is at Lakewood Hills Apartments listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakdale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakdale Apartment is $845 at Lakewood Hills Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oakdale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakdale is starting from $812 at Aspire at West Campus.
What is the most affordable Oakdale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oakdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Newton Pointe Apartments and starts from $1,425.
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