
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oakland, IA from $500 (47 Rentals)
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Timbercrest

Maple Second

Cottonwood Apartments

Riverbend - Newly Renovated! Call today!

nook

Jones13

Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing

3633 Avenue A
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Featherstone Apartments

NoDo

Sherwood Forest Apartments

Dahlman Flats Apartments

Regency Villa of Harlan

9ines

Little Bo Bungalows and Flats

8 Street Apartments

South Pointe Apartments
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The Bluffs

The Riley - 1012 Douglas St

Old Market Lofts

River Park by Broadmoor

CopperCreek

Deerfield

Hidden Bluffs Apartments

Union at Bluffs Run

TreeHouse
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The Archive

RiverEast

The Rochester Apartments

Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs

Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments)

Woodland Park - Red Oak

Regency Villa of Atlantic

22 Floors

251 N 29th St
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Woodland Park - Griswold

911 Ave A

913 Ave A

SUNDANCE ATLANTIC APARTMENTS

138 Grant St

2404 N 8th St

17753 Bunge Ave

The Greenhouse

108 E Grimes St
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1115 William St

7 Grace St
Oakland, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,167 | $846 | $4,434 |
| Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,193 | $575 | $3,327 |
| Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,653 | $785 | $3,664 |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $1,050 | $3,648 |
| Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $1,500 | $1,646 |
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Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments) priced from $675. Woodland Park - Red Oak has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Woodland Park - Red Oak | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Regency Villa of Atlantic | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Westwood Apartments | 2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $785 |
| Maple Second | One Bed/One Bath | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Timbercrest | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Jones13 | Ford | Studio,1BA | $846 |
| Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $871 |
| 22 Floors | Wrastler | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Featherstone Apartments | One Bedroom | One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, IA and Nearby
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $0.97 price per square foot Two Bed - Upcoming Availability Model at Burr Oaks Place in the starting from $1,210. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 2 Beds 2 Baths Model at Highclere Apartments starting at $1,380 with a $1.25 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burr Oaks Place | Two Bed - Upcoming Availability | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Highclere Apartments | 2 Beds 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| The Archive | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Westwood Apartments | 2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| RiverEast | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| The Bluffs | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| Cottonwood Apartments | 2X1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Timbercrest | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Woodland Park - Red Oak | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oakland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oakland is at Jones13 listed at $846.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment is $675 at Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oakland Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakland is starting from $785 at Westwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Park - Red Oak and starts from $850.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.