
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oakdale, MN from $500 (78 Rentals)
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Gentry Place Apartments

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Century Oaks Apartments

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Cedric's Landing

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Minnehaha Manor

Cottages of Aspen

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Norhart Oakdale

Eastgate Apartments

Oakdale Commons - 55+

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The Espen Residences
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The Harlan

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Springs at Willowbrooke

Ridgecrest Apartments

Waterford Townhomes

Cypress Senior Living Apartments

Eastwood Village Senior Townhomes

6022 Upper 35th St N

Pondview Apartments

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Bradley House Apartments

Canary Hill Apartments
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Heritage Estates

Cedarview Commons

2M Apartments

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Pathways on the Park

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Shamrock Court Apartments

Cobblestone Court

Arcadia Park Apartments

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Woodmere Apartments

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Village Manor Apartments
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Century Ridge

Maplewood

1037 Century Avenue North, Unit Apt #2, Unit Apt #2

Silas Pointe Apartments

Granite Trails Apartments

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Northgate Crossing Apartments

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Silver Ridge

Central Village

Villages on McKnight

2637 Stillwater Rd E
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Londin Crossing

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COTTAGES OF NORTH ST PAUL

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Bellaire Estates

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Anchor View Apartments

Vista Point

The Sentinel Residence

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Springs at Lake Elmo

Birch Glen Apartments
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Oakdale, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Oakdale Studio Apartments | $1,363 | $975 | $2,213 |
| Cheap Oakdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,483 | $875 | $2,349 |
| Cheap Oakdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,938 | $975 | $3,739 |
| Cheap Oakdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,691 | $1,440 | $5,985 |
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Cheapest Available Oakdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakdale, MN is a Studio unit found at Gentry Place Apartments in the Battle Creek neighborhood priced from $975. Bradley House Apartments in the Battle Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,008. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakdale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gentry Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Bradley House Apartments | The Brookshire | 1BR,1BA | $1,008 |
| Regency Park | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
| The Haven of Battle Creek | 1 Bedroom - A | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Canary Hill Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Heritage Estates | Two Bedroom Corner | 2BR,1BA | $1,060 |
| 2M Apartments | 1 Bedroom Large Updated | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Pathways on the Park | Chateau | 1BR,1BA | $1,078 |
| The Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,079 |
| Cobblestone Court | 1 Bedroom, Income Restrictions | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakdale, MN
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakdale area is the $1.30 price per square foot The Luxe Model at Meridian at CityPlace in the in the Turnberry Heritage Townhomes neighborhood starting from $3,474. The second greatest value Oakdale apartment is the 2 Bed Grand Model at Granite Trails Apartments starting at $1,595 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Midvale 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. |
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| Meridian at CityPlace | The Luxe | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.30 |
| Granite Trails Apartments | 2 Bed Grand | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Aspen Village | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Heritage Estates | Two Bedroom Center | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Shamrock Court Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Bradley House Apartments | The Brookshire | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Silas Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| The Haven of Battle Creek | 1 Bedroom - A | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Canary Hill Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Best Local Schools in Oakdale, MN
Eagle Point Elementary
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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 Gentry Place Apartments listed at $975.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakdale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakdale Apartment is $1,008 at Bradley House 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 $1,060 at Heritage Estates.
What is the most affordable Oakdale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oakdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Maplewood and starts from $1,740.
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