Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MO from $500 (14 Rentals)

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8407 General Grant Ln
1 Bedroom Apartments

8407 General Grant Ln

8407 General Grant LnSt. Louis, MO 63123
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51 Heather Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

51 Heather Dr

51 Heather DrSt. Louis, MO 63123
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Townhomes at Stonecrest
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Townhomes at Stonecrest

1220 Stonecrest PlKirkwood, MO 63122
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Forest View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Forest View

9420 Mary Glen DrSt. Louis, MO 63126

Oakland, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Kirkwood Forest priced from $1,050. Glen Park Apartments in the Old Webster neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kirkwood Forest1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,050
Glen Park Apartments1 Bed-Oversized A1BR,1BA$1,150
Forest ViewClassic Two Bedroom, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,225
Adams Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
Oakwood Apartments2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, MO and Nearby

As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.36 price per square foot 2 bed, 1 bath Model at Oakwood Apartments in the in the Old Webster neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the King Model at Kings Gate starting at $1,425 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Crestwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oakwood Apartments2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.36
Kings GateKing2BR,2BA$1.43
522 Mariedale Dr522 Mariedale Dr2BR,1BA$1.35
Forest ViewClassic Two Bedroom, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.29
Kirkwood Forest2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.44
Kirkwood Station Plaza ApartmentsConnecticut Crossing1BR,1BA$2.31
Glen Park Apartments1 Bed OS + WD B1BR,1BA$1.71
Adams Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99
The JamesS1Studio ,1BA$3.17
The Elle on LockwoodOakStudio ,1BA$3.34

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Getting Around Oakland, MO

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30 / 100

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35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakland Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment is $1,050 at Kirkwood Forest.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakland is starting from $1,225 at Forest View.

What is the most affordable Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kirkwood Forest and starts from $1,495.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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