
Cheap Homes for Rent near Oakland, NJ from $1,000 (13 Rentals)
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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 | $2,789 | $2,000 | $3,750 |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,791 | $3,000 | $5,200 |
| Oakland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,575 | $4,900 | $6,500 |
| Oakland 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,775 | $7,800 | $9,750 |
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Brooklawn Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,820 |
| Kings Arms Garden Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Manchester Village | 1 X 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,960 |
| Rolling Gardens Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Commons | $2.98/sq.ft. - The Gibraltar | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Lindvale Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Manchester Village | 2 X 1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| 44 Ramapo Ave, Unit 44 RamapoAve 1st Floor Pompton Lakes Nj | 44 Ramapo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Brooklawn Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Haledon Estates Apartments | Low Rise One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Rolling Gardens Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Berdan Court | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Ramapo Gardens | 3.5 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakland
What type of rentals are currently available in Oakland?
There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Oakland, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $10,000. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland ranging from $1,000 to $9,750.
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 $1,000 to $9,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,469.
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