
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Oakland, MI from $550 (50 Rentals)
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Adams Lake Apartments

Garden Court Apartments

Rivers Edge Apartments

Colony Hill Apartments

Huron Place

Elizabeth Lake Estates

Chalet Villa Lakefront Community

Edgewood Park Apartments
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Woodlake Hills

Heritage Park East

34 North of Waterford

Cass Lake Shore Club

Ashton Pines

Round Hill Apartments

Cherokee Hills Apartments

Laketree

Independence Square Apartments

Glengarry Park - Waterford Twp, MI
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Pine Lake Apartments

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Briarwood Apartments

Crescent Manor

Bridgewater Park

The Crossing at Auburn Hills

Waterford Pines

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Legends Fox Creek

Grosvenor North Townhomes

Lancaster Lakes
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2305 Pine Lake Ave

78 E Fairmount Ave

54 E Princeton Ave

3188 Sashabaw Rd

Pine Apartments

97 S Jessie St

4081 Airport Rd

Driftwood Apartments

57 Joy St

96 Oliver St
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260 W Longfellow Ave

162 Summit View Ct

5015 Sashabaw Rd

Lakeland Place

655 Lewa Downs Dr

271 Dick Ave

Elmhaven Manor 55+ Senior Community

1603 Cass Lake Rd

201 W New York Ave

233 Tucker St
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Oakland, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Studio Apartments | $772 | $550 | $1,065 |
| Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,093 | $685 | $1,800 |
| Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $850 | $3,100 |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,563 | $1,425 | $1,799 |
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Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Colony Hill Apartments in the Waterford neighborhood priced from $850. Adams Lake Apartments in the Waterford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colony Hill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Adams Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Huron Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Rivers Edge Apartments | Primrose | 1BR,1BA | $924 |
| Edgewood Park Apartments | $499 Move-In Special · 1 Bed / 1 Bath Apartment... | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Chalet Villa Lakefront Community | 1/1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Cass Lake Shore Club | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Round Hill Apartments | The Barrington | 2BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Heritage Park East | Groveland | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Cherokee Hills Apartments | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MI and Nearby
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.37 price per square foot 2B15BTH2 Model at Elizabeth Lake Estates in the in the Waterford neighborhood starting from $1,705. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Large Model at Cass Lake Shore Club starting at $1,690 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Waterford 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Lake Estates | 2B15BTH2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| Cass Lake Shore Club | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Large | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| Colony Hill Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Crescent Manor | Deluxe 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Greyberry Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Adams Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Ashton Pines | Douglas | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Round Hill Apartments | The Barrington | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Heritage Park East | Sterling Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Cherokee Hills Apartments | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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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 $850 at Colony Hill 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 $850 at Adams Lake Apartments.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
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