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Residences at Choctaw
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Residences at Choctaw

25 E Allendale RdSaddle River, NJ 07458
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Pompton Lakes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pompton Lakes

15 Broad StPompton Lakes, NJ 07442
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property at 100 Pierson Miller Dr
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700
Total Monthly Price$1,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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100 Pierson Miller Dr

Pompton LakesNJ07442
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139 Royal
1 Bedroom Apartments

139 Royal

139 RoyalHawthorne, NJ 07506

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property at 35 Park Ave
$2,200 - $2,349
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35 Park Ave

SuffernNY10901
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The VIEW at Wanaque
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The VIEW at Wanaque

1049 Ringwood AveWanaque, NJ 07420
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Carey Ave Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carey Ave Apartments

35 Carey AveButler, NJ 07405
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Oakland, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Hawthorne Garden in the Southeast Ridgewood neighborhood priced from $1,795. Brooklawn Gardens in the Preakness neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,820. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hawthorne Garden1BD/1BA Upgraded Units1BR,1BA$1,795
Brooklawn Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,820
Kings Arms Garden Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Manchester Village1 X 11BR,1BA$1,960
Rolling Gardens Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,999
Haledon Estates ApartmentsLow Rise One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,050
Mountain Top Estates2 Bedroom Up2BR,1BA$2,100
Kinnelon Ridge$3.21/sq.ft. - The Devon1BR,1BA$2,170
Ramapo Gardens3.5 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,195
Berdan Court1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, NJ and Nearby

As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $2.04 price per square foot $2.98/sq.ft. - The Gibraltar Model at The Commons in the in the Stonegate neighborhood starting from $3,670. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Lindvale Gardens starting at $2,650 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the Ramapo Cirque 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.
The Commons$2.98/sq.ft. - The Gibraltar2BR,2BA$2.04
Lindvale Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.52
Manchester Village2 X 12BR,1BA$2.45
44 Ramapo Ave, Unit 44 RamapoAve 1st Floor Pompton Lakes Nj44 Ramapo Ave2BR,1BA$2.45
Brooklawn Gardens2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.18
Haledon Estates ApartmentsLow Rise One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.41
Rolling Gardens Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.35
Berdan Court1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.73
Ramapo Gardens3.5 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.74
Hawthorne Garden1BD/1BA Upgraded Units1BR,1BA$2.64

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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 Avalon Wayne listed at $2,240.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment is $1,795 at Hawthorne Garden.

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 $2,100 at Mountain Top Estates.

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