
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakland Estates Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $500 (97 Rentals)
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Cornerstone At Overlook

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Oaks of Northgate Apartment Homes

Spice Creek

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The Archer

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The Hills on Huebner

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Walnut Hill

8655 Datapoint Dr

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Woods of Elm Creek

11815 Vance Jackson Rd

The Richland

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Renata on Fredericksburg

Plaza DeVille

4212 Medical Dr, Unit 1414

4119 Medical Dr

Hill at Woodway

Village of Hampton Cove

Knoll Crest

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Broadstone Medical

Medical Center

La Mirage
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6710 Babcock Rd

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4803 Hamilton Wolfe

8642 Fredericksburg Rd

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Oakland Estates, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakland Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Estates Studio Apartments | $841 | $550 | $2,360 |
| Oakland Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,080 | $604 | $2,263 |
| Oakland Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $829 | $3,357 |
| Oakland Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $795 | $2,783 |
| Oakland Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,717 | $2,629 | $2,806 |
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There are currently 97 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oakland Estates Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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Cheapest Available Oakland Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakland Estates area of San Antonio, TX is a Studio unit found at The Riley priced from $550. Windbury Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $634. Here are the most affordable Oakland Estates apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Riley | S1 | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| Windbury Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $634 |
| Valor Hill Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $640 |
| The Edge Apartments | E1-0B1B | Studio,1BA | $645 |
| Oaks of Northgate Apartment Homes | A1- VL/LI | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| Spice Creek | Chipotle Pepper | 1BR,1BA | $655 |
| Cornerstone At Overlook | E1 | Studio,1BA | $658 |
| The Frederick | E1 | Studio,1BA | $659 |
| Sundance Apartment Homes | A1- VLI | 1BR,1BA | $660 |
| The Archer | A1 | Studio,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland Estates, TX
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakland Estates area is the $1.20 price per square foot Telluride Model at Cottages at Leon Creek in the in the Bavarian Forest neighborhood starting from $1,969. The second greatest value Oakland Estates apartment is the 3x3 C TH Model at The Iris Apartments starting at $1,102 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the Oakland Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakland Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottages at Leon Creek | Telluride | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.20 |
| The Iris Apartments | 3x3 C TH | 3BR,3BA | $0.70 |
| Spring Time Apartments | 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.69 |
| Avistar On The Blvd | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Hunter's Glen Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Oaks of Northgate Apartment Homes | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| The Fredd | Astaire | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Plaza DeVille | Mountain Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Spice Creek | Chipotle Pepper | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Riley | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.14 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Oakland Estates, San Antonio, and the greater San Antonio area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakland Estates Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Oakland Estates?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oakland Estates is under $675.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oakland Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Oakland Estates is Windbury Apartments which is listed at $634, while the average apartment in Oakland Estates costs $10,123.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oakland Estates?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 154 regular apartments in Oakland Estates that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Oakland Estates?
Cheap apartments in Oakland Estates have an average cost of $899 which is $9,224 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oakland Estates.
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