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Oakland, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Oakland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Oakland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,125 | $750 | $1,500 |
Oakland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,691 | $800 | $2,450 |
Oakland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,344 | $1,190 | $4,000 |
Oakland 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
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Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at 300 Union St priced from $400. Keyser Greene has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $666. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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300 Union St | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $400 |
Keyser Greene | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $666 |
Magnolia Greene | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $678 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MD and Nearby
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $0.58 price per square foot Store Model at 300 Union St in the starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 3 Bed Model at Mountaineer Court starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Downtown Morgantown neighborhood. 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. |
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300 Union St | Store | Studio ,2BA | $0.58 |
Mountaineer Court | 3 Bed | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.83 |
Magnolia Greene | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
Bayberry Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
Northside Hills | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
The Lofts (WV) | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
Greene Gables | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Keyser Greene | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
West Run | 2X2P | 2BR,2BA | $0.77 |
The Delta | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakland
What type of rentals are currently available in Oakland?
There are currently 67 Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MD with pricing that ranges from $400 to $3,750. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland ranging from $700 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oakland?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oakland ranges from $700 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,409.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oakland?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oakland range from $455 to $2,340, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $2,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,190 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $400.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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