
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oakland, TN from $700 (53 Rentals)
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50 Clear Springs Dr

145 Cameron Dr

415 Beau Tisdale Dr

65 Penny Ln

305 Dogwood Springs Dr

70 Oakland Woods Cove

200 Cameron Dr

40 Whispering Creek Cove

80 Clay Hills Dr
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325 Mossy Springs Dr

450 Lilly Dr

40 Garden View Dr

385 Dogwood Springs Dr

265 Kipling Dr

230 Kipling Dr

250 Kipling Dr

Woodchase Apartments

The Willows at Shelby Farms

The View at Shelby Farms
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The Landings at Houston Levee

Enclave at Wolfchase

The Vale Apartments and Townhomes

Preserve at Bartlett

Center Court Apartments

Trinity Lakes

Stonebridge Crossing Apartments

Colonial Estates

Rock Creek Apartments

Collier Village Apartments
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Lincoln at Wolfchase

Dogwood Creek

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Cordova Creek

Trailside at Greenline

Madison at Schilling Farms

Villas at Houston Levee East & West

Springs at Colonial

Crescent at Wolfchase Apartment Homes

Somerset at Lakeland

Courtyard Off the Square Apartments
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MAA Dexter Lake

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The Charleston

Walnut Hill Apartments

Springs at Ashby

The Signature At Schilling Farms

Lakeland Town Square

Grays Creek Apartments

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Siegel Select Bartlett

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Carrington at Schilling Farms
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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 | $1,317 | $1,155 | $1,737 |
| Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,410 | $799 | $2,839 |
| Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,652 | $955 | $3,414 |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,244 | $1,155 | $4,108 |
| Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,110 | $2,110 | $2,110 |
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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 The Willows at Shelby Farms in the Germantown neighborhood priced from $908. The View at Shelby Farms in the Germantown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $916. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Willows at Shelby Farms | 1X1-Ash | 1BR,1BA | $908 |
| The View at Shelby Farms | A1 - Willow | 1BR,1BA | $916 |
| The Landings at Houston Levee | The Cove - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $954 |
| The Vale Apartments and Townhomes | Bradford - 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,011 |
| Preserve at Bartlett | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Trinity Lakes | Polo - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| Stonebridge Crossing Apartments | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| Center Court Apartments | 2BR-FLD-280 | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Lincoln at Wolfchase | Iris | 1BR,1BA | $1,107 |
| Cordova Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,133 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, TN and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.22 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Walnut Hill Apartments in the in the Cordova-Appling neighborhood starting from $1,690. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - Renovated Model at Colonial Estates starting at $1,325 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Cordova-Appling 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Hill Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Colonial Estates | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Somerset at Lakeland | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Enclave at Wolfchase | The Timber | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| The Landings at Houston Levee | The Levee - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Rock Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| The Charleston | Beaumont | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Stonebridge Crossing Apartments | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Villas at Houston Levee East & West | A4.3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The View at Shelby Farms | A3 - Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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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 $1,155.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment is $908 at The Willows at Shelby Farms.
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 $1,064 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.
Expert Rental Resources
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