
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MD from $400 (35 Rentals)
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Campus View Apartments

Bayberry Place

458 High St
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15 Beechurst Ave

Alpine Village

Bon Vista Apartment Homes

Woodline Properties

University Lofts

Alpine Apartments

39 Stoyer St

Pinnacle Heights Apartments
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Bent Tree Court Apartments

107 4th St

113-113 Blackwater Ave
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13825 Maple Tree Ln SW

24 Hill St

291 Summers School Rd
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104 3rd St
Oakland, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,665 | $472 | $3,750 |
Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $871 | $550 | $1,650 |
Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,023 | $600 | $3,600 |
Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,199 | $485 | $2,340 |
Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $721 | $415 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, MD is a 2 Beds unit found at Apartments on Grant | Student Housing in the Downtown Morgantown neighborhood priced from $600. 132 Simpson St in the Downtown Morgantown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Apartments on Grant | Student Housing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
132 Simpson St | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Bayberry Place | 1 Bedroom Unit | 1BR,1BA | $664 |
458 High St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Marjorie Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
Bayridge Greene | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $696 |
15 Beechurst Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
145 Lorentz St | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Woodline Properties | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Bon Vista Apartment Homes | Bon Vista 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MD and Nearby
As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $0.59 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Blackburn Building | Student Apartments in the in the Downtown Morgantown neighborhood starting from $565. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 2 BR / 2 BA Model at Metro Towers starting at $610 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the Downtown Morgantown neighborhood. 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. |
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Blackburn Building | Student Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.59 |
Metro Towers | 2 BR / 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.65 |
Northside Hills | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
Greene Gables | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
The Lofts Morgantown | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
Apartments on Grant | Student Housing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
West Run | 2X2P | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
132 Simpson St | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.81 |
Bayberry Place | 1 Bedroom Unit | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Courtyard West | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
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Best Local Schools in Oakland, MD
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Getting Around Oakland, MD
Walk Score®
31 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
20 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakland Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment is $650 at 132 Simpson St.
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 $600 at Apartments on Grant | Student Housing.
What is the most affordable Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Magnolia Greene and starts from $815.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.