
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MO from $500 (22 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,824 | $1,796 | $1,846 |
| Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $1,100 | $3,104 |
| Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,567 | $1,350 | $3,921 |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,457 | $4,301 | $4,586 |
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Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Forest View in the Lakeshire neighborhood priced from $900. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest View | Classic One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Kirkwood Forest | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Kings Gate | King | 2BR,2BA | $1,500 |
| Kirkwood Station Plaza Apartments | St. Charles Railway | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Elle on Lockwood | Oak | Studio,1BA | $1,818 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MO and Nearby
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.50 price per square foot King Model at Kings Gate in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the B7-Den Model at The James starting at $3,097 with a $3.31 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Gate | King | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| The James | B7-Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Kirkwood Station Plaza Apartments | Kirkwood Express | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Kirkwood Forest | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Forest View | Classic One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Elle on Lockwood | Oak | Studio ,1BA | $3.73 |
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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 $900 at Forest View.
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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