
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oakland, TX from $500 (52 Rentals)
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Briar Pointe Apartments

Bailey Square

Lancaster Living Apartments

Pinnacle Pointe Apartments

Greenbriar Apartment Homes

Silvermine

The Commons Apartments at Hickory Creek

Sunrise Apartment Homes

The Whittington Apartments
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Oak Forest

Magnolia Vista

Brenham Oaks

Parkside Apartments

Victoria Trails

Arbors of Bastrop

Shade Tree Apartment Homes

The Landing Apartments

Point Royale Apartments

River Oaks Apartments
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The Reserve

Harvest Moon Apartments

Riverwood Commons II - 55+ Community

Hunters Crossing

The Retreat at Sealy

The Dakota

The Preserve at Hunters Crossing

The Lodge at Lost Pines Apartments

Aria Victoria Apartments

Vail Apartments
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Walnut Ridge Apartments

Settlement Estates

Avendale at The Colony

Ascend at Valverde

Reserve on Sabine Apartments

Golden Oaks Apartments

Oak Haven Apartments

River Bend Apartments

800 Travis St

217 Hunters Ln
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The Colony Luxury Apartments

Whispering Oaks Apartment Homes Sealy

105 Macaw Ave

204 Northpointe Ave

213 N Brazos St

North Park Apartments

Whispering Oaks Apartment Homes El Campo

205 2nd Ave

1017 Lions Park Dr

1008 Milam St
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Oakland, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $570 | $2,363 |
| Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,486 | $830 | $2,163 |
| Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,751 | $813 | $2,444 |
| Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,471 | $1,034 | $2,549 |
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Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Briar Pointe Apartments in the Richmond Rosenberg neighborhood priced from $600. Lancaster Living Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briar Pointe Apartments | Baptisia | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Lancaster Living Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Pinnacle Pointe Apartments | Blanco | 2BR,2BA | $705 |
| Silvermine | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| The Commons Apartments at Hickory Creek | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Sunrise Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $910 |
| The Whittington Apartments | The Dover | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Oak Forest | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Magnolia Vista | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Victoria Trails | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $994 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, TX and Nearby
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Brenham Oaks in the in the Blinn College neighborhood starting from $1,126. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Shade Tree Apartment Homes starting at $1,020 with a $1.05 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brenham Oaks | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Shade Tree Apartment Homes | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Pinnacle Pointe Apartments | Blanco | 2BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| Magnolia Vista | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Greenbriar Apartment Homes | 2Bp2L | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Sunrise Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Parkside Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Victoria Trails | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| The Commons Apartments at Hickory Creek | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Lancaster Living Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakland Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment is $600 at Briar Pointe Apartments.
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 $705 at Pinnacle Pointe Apartments.
What is the most affordable Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pinnacle Pointe Apartments and starts from $813.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.