Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MD from $400 (32 Rentals)

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300 Union St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

300 Union St

300 Union StPoint Marion, PA 15474
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Braddock''s Greene
2 Bedroom Apartments

Braddock''s Greene

100 Braddock StFrostburg, MD 21532
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Alpine Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alpine Village

500 Shaffer StTerra Alta, WV 26764
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Tucker Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tucker Manor

202 Sunnyside LnParsons, WV 26287
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Cedarstone Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedarstone Apartments

940 Stewart StMorgantown, WV 26505
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Greene Gables
2 Bedroom Apartments

Greene Gables

7047 Greene Gables DrRidgeley, WV 26753
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McLane Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

McLane Apartments

701 McLane AveMorgantown, WV 26505
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Maplewood Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maplewood Gardens

229 Maple AvenueMoorefield, WV 26836

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Oakland, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, MD is a 2 Beds unit found at Braddock''s Greene priced from $589. Apartments on Grant | Student Housing in the Downtown Morgantown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Braddock''s Greene2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$589
Apartments on Grant | Student Housing2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$600
Bayberry Place1 Bedroom Unit1BR,1BA$664
458 High St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$675
Marjorie Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$685
15 Beechurst Ave1 bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Tucker ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$720
Woodline Properties1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Pine Ridge Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$750
University Lofts1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$765

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MD and Nearby

As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $0.34 price per square foot C1 Model at Northside Hills in the starting from $499. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 2 Bedroom Unit Model at Braddock''s Greene starting at $589 with a $0.49 price per square foot . 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.
Northside HillsC13BR,3BA$0.34
Braddock''s Greene2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$0.49
Blackburn Building | Student Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$0.59
Metro Towers2 BR / 2 BA2BR,2BA$0.65
Greene Gables2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.90
Apartments on Grant | Student Housing2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.67
The Delta2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.75
Bayberry Place1 Bedroom Unit1BR,1BA$0.89
Courtyard West2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.73
Glenlock South2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.91

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Getting Around Oakland, MD

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31 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

20 / 100

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Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 $664 at Bayberry Place.

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 $589 at Braddock''s Greene.

What is the most affordable Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pine Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,150.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.