
Cheap Homes for Rent in Oakland, NJ from $800 (8 Rentals)
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780 Ringwood Ave

789 Black Oak Ridge Rd

34 Colfax Ave
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Oakland, NJ 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 | $3,111 | $2,395 | $3,700 |
Oakland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,212 | $3,100 | $7,500 |
Oakland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,190 | $3,600 | $6,800 |
Oakland 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,000 | $8,500 | $9,500 |
Oakland 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 35 McKinley in the Totowa neighborhood priced from $1,725. Lindvale Gardens in the Ramapo Cirque neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. 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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35 McKinley | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Lindvale Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Rolling Gardens Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, NJ and Nearby
As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.78 price per square foot $2.54/sq.ft. - The Fairfax Model at The Commons in the in the Stonegate neighborhood starting from $3,550. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 2BD/2BA Model at The VIEW at Wanaque starting at $2,650 with a $2.51 price per square foot in the Pompton Lake 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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The Commons | $2.54/sq.ft. - The Fairfax | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
The VIEW at Wanaque | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
Lindvale Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
Haledon Estates Apartments | Garden One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
Rolling Gardens Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
Manchester Village | 1 X 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
Berdan Court | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
34 Colfax Ave, Unit 2nd flr | 34 Colfax Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
35 McKinley | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakland
What type of rentals are currently available in Oakland?
There are currently 57 Apartments for Rent in Oakland, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,725 to $6,666. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland ranging from $800 to $12,500.
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 $800 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,977.
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