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$1,185 - $1,850
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Valley View Estates

720 Valley View DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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1314 Mike Fahey StOmaha, NE 68102
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3633 Avenue A
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3633 Avenue A

3633 Avenue ACouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Oakland, IA Local Guide

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 $695. 1209 Maple St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
1209 Maple St2 BED / 1 BATH2BR,1BA$700
Westwood Apartments2 BD2BR,1BA$785
Timbercrest Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$800
Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior HousingStudioStudio,1BA$871
Maple SecondOne Bed/One Bath | 1-11BR,1BA$875
Dahlman Flats0 Bed, 1 Bath - 465 SFStudio,1BA$895
Featherstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom | One Bath1BR,1BA$900
Sherwood Forest Estates1 Bedroom 1 Bath Small1BR,1BA$910
Regency Villa of HarlanRegency Villa 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$917

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, IA and Nearby

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.11 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at The Archive in the in the Council Bluffs neighborhood starting from $1,175. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 2 BD Model at Westwood Apartments starting at $785 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Council Bluffs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Archive1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.11
Westwood Apartments2 BD2BR,1BA$0.75
CopperCreek2 Bed, 1 Bath - 1032 SF2BR,1BA$1.29
RiverEastTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Cottonwood Apartments2X1B2BR,1BA$1.08
Deerfield Apartments Council BluffsBirch2BR,2BA$1.32
Timbercrest Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.07
Riverbend - Newly Renovated! Call today!One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.24
Sherwood Forest Estates1 Bedroom 1 Bath Small1BR,1BA$1.30
Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing listed at $871.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment is $695 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 $700 at 1209 Maple St.

What is the most affordable Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Featherstone Apartments and starts from $1,200.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.