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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 | $3,029 | $2,000 | $4,900 |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,153 | $2,850 | $3,750 |
| Oakland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,059 | $3,500 | $8,500 |
| Oakland 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Oakland 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,000 | $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 $1,720. 35 McKinley in the Southeast Ridgewood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,799. 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 | $1,720 |
| 35 McKinley | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, NJ and Nearby
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.82 price per square foot $2.73/sq.ft. - The Gibraltar Model at The Commons in the in the Stonegate neighborhood starting from $3,270. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at Berdan Court starting at $2,795 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the Preakness 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Commons | $2.73/sq.ft. - The Gibraltar | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Berdan Court | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Lindvale Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Brooklawn Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| The VIEW at Wanaque | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Tudor Gardens | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Rolling Gardens Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Ramapo Gardens | 3.5 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 35 McKinley | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Oakland?
There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in Oakland, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $10,000. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland ranging from $900 to $12,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oakland ranges from $900 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,349.
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