
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oakland, TN from $700 (54 Rentals)
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465 Oakland Hills Dr

355 Village Dr

82 Clear Springs Dr

205 Mack Edwards Dr

60 Penny Ln

145 Penny Ln

305 Dogwood Springs Dr

240 Birch Springs Cove

90 Oakridge Cove
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365 Beau Tisdale Dr

215 Lakewood Dr

40 Garden View Dr

95 Arborlon Cove

385 Dogwood Springs Dr

250 Kipling Dr

265 Kipling Dr

230 Kipling Dr

Woodchase Apartments

Lincoln at Wolfchase
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The Willows at Shelby Farms

The Vale Apartments and Townhomes

The View at Shelby Farms

Stonebridge Crossing Apartments

Trinity Lakes

Colonial Estates

The Landings at Houston Levee

Rock Creek Apartments

Enclave at Wolfchase

Somerset at Lakeland
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Collier Village Apartments

Dogwood Creek

Springs at Colonial

Crescent at Wolfchase Apartment Homes

Trailside at Greenline

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Cordova Creek Apartments

Preserve at Bartlett

Courtyard Off the Square Apartments

Walnut Hill Apartments

Camden Grove Apartments
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MAA Dexter Lake

Villas at Houston Levee East & West

The Charleston

Madison at Schilling Farms

Lakeland Town Square

Springs at Ashby

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Carrington at Schilling Farms

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Siegel Select Bartlett

The Signature At Schilling Farms

Grays Creek Apartments
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Oakland, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,333 | $1,120 | $1,737 |
| Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,406 | $799 | $2,842 |
| Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $915 | $3,259 |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,205 | $1,155 | $4,029 |
| Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,465 | $2,465 | $2,465 |
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Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Lincoln at Wolfchase in the Cordova-Appling neighborhood priced from $865. The Willows at Shelby Farms in the Germantown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $912. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln at Wolfchase | Orchid | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| The Willows at Shelby Farms | 1X1-Ash | 1BR,1BA | $912 |
| Stonebridge Crossing Apartments | Avalon w/Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,013 |
| Trinity Lakes | Polo - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| The View at Shelby Farms | A2 - Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
| Rock Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,059 |
| Enclave at Wolfchase | The Gray - Program Qualified | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Center Court Apartments | 2BR-FLD-280 | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Somerset at Lakeland | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,091 |
| Springs at Colonial | Studio Haven Summit | Studio,1BA | $1,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, TN and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $0.97 price per square foot 2x2 Classic Model at Colonial Estates in the in the Cordova-Appling neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the The Bayfront - 3x2 Model at The Landings at Houston Levee starting at $1,513 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Eads-Fisherville 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Estates | 2x2 Classic | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| The Landings at Houston Levee | The Bayfront - 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| The Charleston | Beaumont | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Stonebridge Crossing Apartments | Beaumont | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| MAA Dexter Lake | Resorter | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Walnut Hill Apartments | One Bedroom - 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Courtyard Off the Square Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The View at Shelby Farms | A2 - Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Somerset at Lakeland | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Lincoln at Wolfchase | Iris | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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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 Springs at Colonial listed at $1,120.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment is $865 at Lincoln at Wolfchase.
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 $1,067 at The View at Shelby Farms.
What is the most affordable Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stonebridge Crossing Apartments and starts from $1,370.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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