Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MO from $500 (20 Rentals)

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The James
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$1,786 - $4,586
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The James

416 N Kirkwood RdKirkwood, MO 63122
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514 Mariedale Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

514 Mariedale Dr

514 Mariedale DrSt. Louis, MO 63122

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106 W Monroe Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

106 W Monroe Ave

106 W Monroe AveKirkwood, MO 63122
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212 Monclay Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

212 Monclay Pl

212 Monclay PlKirkwood, MO 63122
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Forest View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Forest View

9420 Mary Glen DrSt. Louis, MO 63126
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Townhomes at Stonecrest
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Townhomes at Stonecrest

1220 Stonecrest PlKirkwood, MO 63122
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Algonquin Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Algonquin Apartments

55 S Gore AveWebster Groves, MO 63119
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Life Skills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Life Skills

365 S Fillmore AveKirkwood, MO 63122
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Rose Hill House II
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Hill House II

225-A W Rose Hill AveKirkwood, MO 63122
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51 Heather Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

51 Heather Dr

51 Heather DrSt. Louis, MO 63123
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Rose Hill House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Hill House

225 W Rose Hill AveKirkwood, MO 63122
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Oakland, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Glen Park Apartments in the Old Webster neighborhood priced from $1,075. Kirkwood Forest in the Glendale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Glen Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 465961BR,1BA$1,075
Kirkwood Forest1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Kirkwood Station Plaza ApartmentsKirkwood Caboose w/St1BR,1BA$1,457
Kings GateKing2BR,2BA$1,500
The JamesS1AStudio,1BA$1,806

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MO and Nearby

As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.50 price per square foot King Model at Kings Gate in the in the Glendale neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the B7-Den Model at The James starting at $2,997 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the Glendale 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.
Kings GateKing2BR,2BA$1.50
The JamesB7-Den1BR,1BA$3.21
Kirkwood Station Plaza ApartmentsGrand Central1BR,1BA$2.02
Glen Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 465961BR,1BA$1.64
Kirkwood Forest1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.69
The Elle on LockwoodOakStudio ,1BA$3.73

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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 The James listed at $1,806.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment is $1,075 at Glen Park 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 $1,350 at Kirkwood Forest.

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