
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Oakdale, IL from $552 (34 Rentals)
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McKay Manor

Storyboard on Roger

Wilson Apartments

Bouse Apartment Homes

Chesterfield Village

500 E A St

Linwood Apartments
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Shiloh Commons Holdings

The Meadows at Shadow Ridge

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Storyboard on Lake Christine

Rome Meadows - 62yrs. and over or handicapped

Storyboard on Rockwood

1400 Sangamon Dr

272 S Shannon St
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Bradford Place & Ansley Oaks Apartments

Metro Landing of Swansea - Senior 55+

Lofts on the Square (Senior 55+)

2611 Sierra Dr

605 Walnut St. Apartments

Lakewood Estates

1911 E D St

122 N Michigan Ave
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215 anderson lane A

821 Edward St

18 S Linden St

912 E Adams St

511 Abend St

6 N Railroad St

112 N Delaware Ave

507 N Sparta St
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102 S Richland St

511 E Beckemeyer Ave
Oakdale, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale Studio Apartments | $859 | $200 | $1,165 |
| Oakdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $200 | $1,899 |
| Oakdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,647 | $200 | $2,440 |
| Oakdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $800 | $1,889 |
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Cheapest Available Oakdale Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakdale, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedars of Lebanon Apartments in the Metro East neighborhood priced from $200. McKay Manor in the Clinton County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakdale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedars of Lebanon Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $200 |
| McKay Manor | 3 Bdrm | 3BR,2BA | $800 |
| Storyboard on Roger | Roger A1 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Bouse Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Wilson Apartments | Two Bedroom - Laundry In Unit | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| 500 E A St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Linwood Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Shiloh Commons Holdings | A1 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Chesterfield Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| The Meadows at Shadow Ridge | 1.1- 612 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakdale, IL and Nearby
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakdale area is the $0.63 price per square foot 3 Bdrm Model at McKay Manor in the in the Clinton County neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Oakdale apartment is the Hayden B1 Model at Storyboard on Hayden starting at $1,500 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Metro East 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKay Manor | 3 Bdrm | 3BR,2BA | $0.63 |
| Storyboard on Hayden | Hayden B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.20 |
| Storyboard on Park Entrance | Park Entrance B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Linwood Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Reside Here Apartments & Rentals | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| 1118 E 3rd St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Storyboard on Lake Christine | Lake Christine B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Chesterfield Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Wilson Apartments | Two Bedroom - Laundry In Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Cedars of Lebanon Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakdale Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakdale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakdale Apartment is $200 at Cedars of Lebanon 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 $200 at Cedars of Lebanon Apartments.
What is the most affordable Oakdale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oakdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at McKay Manor and starts from $800.
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