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434 Owen St

647 Arch St

419 S College St

514 N Beckford Dr

725 John St
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378 Cedar Rock Ln

843 Vaughan St

615 Vaughan St

248 Gholson Ave

1212 Parham St

142 Ramsey St
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1216 2nd St

208 1st St

828 State St

927 Julia St

515 Owen St

1835 Colonial Ave
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1520 Deer Crossing Ct

433 Norvell St

503 Young St

423 E Rockspring St

128 Reginald Russell Rd

410 Young St
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6090 Cindy Ln
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Oxford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $911 | $595 | $1,595 |
| Oxford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,367 | $750 | $3,400 |
| Oxford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,106 | $925 | $1,295 |
| Oxford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available Oxford Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oxford, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Vance Senior Housing Apartments priced from $690. Rippling Stream Townhomes in the Cardinal Lake neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,096. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oxford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vance Senior Housing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| Rippling Stream Townhomes | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1BA | $1,096 |
| Madison Pointe | 2 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Reserve At Stillwater | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Autumn Park | The Cherry | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oxford, NC and Nearby
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oxford area is the $1.16 price per square foot Somerset Model at Aston Apartments in the in the Reynolds Mill neighborhood starting from $1,802. The second greatest value Oxford apartment is the Zephyr Model at The Collection Kinsley starting at $1,840 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Hunters Crossing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oxford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aston Apartments | Somerset | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| The Collection Kinsley | Zephyr | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| Capital Creek at Heritage Apartments | 2BR 2BA (1195 SF) | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Edgewood Apartments | Bridge 2x2 Partially Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Rippling Stream Townhomes | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Stonewood Apartments | Birchwood | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Madison Pointe | 2 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Wakefield Glen | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Maystone at Wakefield | Sunstone | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Vance Senior Housing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oxford
What type of rentals are currently available in Oxford?
There are currently 65 Apartments for Rent in Oxford, NC with pricing that ranges from $690 to $3,358. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oxford ranging from $595 to $3,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oxford?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oxford ranges from $595 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,199.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oxford?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oxford range from $1,287 to $3,243, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $3,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $925 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,920.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.