Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MO from $500 (21 Rentals)

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Forest View
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 Bedroom Apartments

Algonquin Apartments

55 S Gore AveWebster Groves, MO 63119
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Life Skills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Life Skills

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

Rose Hill House II

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

51 Heather Dr

51 Heather DrSt. Louis, MO 63123
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212 Monclay Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

212 Monclay Pl

212 Monclay PlKirkwood, MO 63122

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Rose Hill House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Hill House

225 W Rose Hill AveKirkwood, MO 63122
Senior Living

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 Kirkwood Forest priced from $1,100. Glen Park Apartments in the St. Louis Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kirkwood Forest1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Glen Park Apartments1 Bed-Oversized A1BR,1BA$1,150
Forest ViewClassic Two Bedroom, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,225
The Elle on LockwoodOakStudio,1BA$1,578
Kirkwood Station Plaza ApartmentsSt. Charles Railway1BR,1BA$1,735

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MO and Nearby

As of May 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.29 price per square foot Classic Two Bedroom, One Bathroom Model at Forest View in the in the Lakeshire neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 10128 Manchester Rd Model at 10128 Manchester Rd, Unit D starting at $1,350 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Old Webster 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.
Forest ViewClassic Two Bedroom, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.29
10128 Manchester Rd, Unit D10128 Manchester Rd2BR,1BA$1.46
Kirkwood Forest2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.50
Kirkwood Station Plaza ApartmentsKirkwood Caboose w/St1BR,1BA$2.54
Glen Park Apartments1 Bed OS + WD B1BR,1BA$1.71
The JamesS1Studio ,1BA$3.17
The Elle on LockwoodOakStudio ,1BA$3.23

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Getting Around Oakland, MO

Walk Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 $1,100 at Kirkwood Forest.

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 $1,225 at Forest View.

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.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

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