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557 Merrick St

111 Freestate Blvd

3323 Darien St

4321 Ridgeway Ave
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745 Tecumseh Trail

1612 Hill St

715 Boulevard St

218-228 N Market St

6308 Frondosa Dr
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3940 Wallace Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Oil City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oil City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $991 | $700 | $1,300 |
| Oil City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,838 | $785 | $2,400 |
| Oil City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,258 | $1,150 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Oil City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oil City, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at HIDDEN COVE in the W Outlying Caddo Parish neighborhood priced from $550. Lifestyle on Golf Links in the Westwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oil City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIDDEN COVE | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Lifestyle on Golf Links | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Pelican Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| United Jewelers and Lee Hardware Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $660 |
| Villa Del Lago Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oil City, LA and Nearby
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oil City area is the $0.89 price per square foot Townhouse - Pond View Model at Cross Lake Apartments in the in the Mooretown and Hollywood Heights neighborhood starting from $1,005. The second greatest value Oil City apartment is the 4 Bedroom Unit Model at Willow Park Apartments starting at $1,075 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Eastwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oil City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Lake Apartments | Townhouse - Pond View | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.89 |
| Willow Park Apartments | 4 Bedroom Unit | 4BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Lakefront Apartments | 3bd | 3BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Riverdale | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Bayou Grande | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| United Jewelers and Lee Hardware Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
| Towers at Cross Lake | Cove Cottage | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Lifestyle at Lakeshore | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Villa Del Lago Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Lifestyle on Golf Links | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Oil City?
There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Oil City, LA with pricing that ranges from $550 to $2,011. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oil City ranging from $700 to $2,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oil City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oil City ranges from $700 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,478.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oil City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oil City range from $900 to $2,011, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $785 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,054.
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