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How much does it cost to rent a home in Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,069 | $1,950 | $4,649 |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,153 | $2,600 | $6,500 |
| Oakland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,131 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Oakland 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $30,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Brooklawn Gardens in the Preakness neighborhood priced from $1,820. Hawthorne Garden in the Southeast Ridgewood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklawn Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,820 |
| Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Kings Arms Garden Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, NJ and Nearby
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $2.10 price per square foot $2.03/sq.ft. - The Avon Model at Kinnelon Ridge in the in the Grandview at Kinnelon neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the Two Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,066 sqft Model at The Horizons at Franklin Lakes Apartment Homes starting at $2,740 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Hartung 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kinnelon Ridge | $2.03/sq.ft. - The Avon | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| The Horizons at Franklin Lakes Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,066 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Manchester Village | 2 X 1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Lindvale Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Haledon Estates Apartments | Garden Two Bedroom w/Den | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Brooklawn Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| 44 Ramapo Ave, Unit 44 RamapoAve 1st Floor Pompton Lakes Nj | 44 Ramapo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Rolling Gardens Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Tudor Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Oakland?
There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Oakland, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,799 to $10,000. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland ranging from $900 to $35,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oakland?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oakland ranges from $900 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,060.
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