Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Forest Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (36 Rentals)

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Meadowbrook Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

2320 Ginger LnCharlotte, NC 28213
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Valleyview Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valleyview Apartments

5117 Hickory Valley CtCharlotte, NC 28212
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Timber Ridge
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Timber Ridge

7123 Barrington DrCharlotte, NC 28215

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Parkside at Hickory Grove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside at Hickory Grove

5100 Little Greanleaf WayCharlotte, NC 28215
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HillRock Estates
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

HillRock Estates

3317 Magnolia Hill DrCharlotte, NC 28205
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Kilborne Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kilborne Apartments

2900 Kilborne DrCharlotte, NC 28205
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Hickory Woods
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickory Woods

5625 Keyway BlvdCharlotte, NC 28215
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Darby Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Darby Terrace

4501 Central AveCharlotte, NC 28205
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Oak Forest, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oak Forest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Forest area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Kelston priced from $918. Crossing at Reedy Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Oak Forest apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The KelstonA11BR,1BA$918
Crossing at Reedy CreekStudio Standard - Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$950
Woodland HollowThe Aspen1BR,1BA$976
The Avalon1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$982
Wellington FarmsArlington1BR,1BA$995
The Slate CharlotteLilly- 1x1 Standard-Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,100
Darby TerraceDarby Terrace - Unit...1BR,1BA$1,100
The Jade CharlotteThe Aspen-1x1 Standard- Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,125
Park Creek ApartmentsAlpine Townhome1BR,1BA$1,140
University Northside Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,145

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Forest, NC

As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oak Forest area is the $1.28 price per square foot The Wilora Model at Towns at Eastland in the in the Eastland neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Oak Forest apartment is the C2 Model at The Kelston starting at $1,834 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Eastland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Forest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Towns at EastlandThe Wilora3BR,3.5BA$1.28
The KelstonC23BR,2BA$1.44
Windsor Harbor2 Bedroom Town2BR,1.5BA$1.43
The Avalon1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.23
Woodland HollowThe Aspen1BR,1BA$1.28
Century University CitySydney1BR,1BA$1.86
Delta CrossingBirch1BR,1BA$1.63
Wellington FarmsBayberry1BR,1BA$1.64
The Grace at Tryons1Studio ,1BA$1.87
Devonwood Apartment HomesDouglas1BR,1BA$1.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Oak Forest, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #146

Among neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Oak Forest, Charlotte, NC

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Getting Around the Oak Forest Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Forest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oak Forest?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oak Forest is at Crossing at Reedy Creek listed at $950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Forest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Forest Apartment is $918 at The Kelston.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oak Forest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Forest is starting from $1,086 at Woodland Hollow.

What is the most affordable Oak Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oak Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Kelston and starts from $1,658.

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