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Oakland, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at The Landings at Houston Levee in the Cordova neighborhood priced from $940. The Willows at Shelby Farms in the Cordova neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $974. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Landings at Houston LeveeThe Cove - 1x11BR,1BA$940
The Willows at Shelby Farms1X1-Ash1BR,1BA$974
Enclave at WolfchaseThe Gray - Program Qualified1BR,1BA$1,000
The View at Shelby FarmsA1 - Willow1BR,1BA$1,015
Lincoln at WolfchaseIris1BR,1BA$1,027

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, TN

As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.18 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Walnut Hill Apartments in the in the Cordova neighborhood starting from $1,622. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom - Renovated Model at Colonial Estates starting at $1,300 with a $0.97 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Walnut Hill ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.18
Colonial Estates2 Bedroom1 Bathroom - Renovated2BR,1BA$0.97
Crescent at Wolfchase Apartment HomesThree Bedroom 2 Bath-1206 sqft3BR,2BA$1.36
The Landings at Houston LeveeThe Delta - 2x22BR,2BA$1.21
Somerset at LakelandB22BR,2BA$1.06
Stonebridge Crossing ApartmentsBeaumont2BR,2BA$1.24
MAA Dexter LakeResorter1BR,1BA$1.30
Courtyard Off the Square Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.35
Cordova Creek ApartmentsThe Brook1BR,1BA$1.34
The View at Shelby FarmsA1 - Willow1BR,1BA$1.34

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in Oakland?

There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Oakland, TN with pricing that ranges from $799 to $4,074. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland ranging from $1,650 to $2,740.

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 $1,650 to $2,740 with an average monthly rent of $2,084.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oakland?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oakland range from $1,155 to $4,074, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,710 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,710.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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