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Oakland, NJ Local Guide

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 $1,749. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
35 McKinley1 BD1BR,1BA$1,749
Lindvale Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,800
Rolling Gardens Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,949

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, NJ and Nearby

As of April 16, 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 2b2b-1051 Model at Lakeside Residence starting at $2,900 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the Lionshead Lake 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.
The Commons$2.54/sq.ft. - The Fairfax2BR,2BA$1.78
Lakeside Residence2b2b-10512BR,2BA$2.76
Lindvale Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.14
Berdan Court1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.48
Rolling Gardens Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.29
Manchester Village1 X 11BR,1BA$2.47
Haledon Estates ApartmentsLow Rise One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.45
Tudor Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.50
Ramapo Gardens3.5 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.49
636 Ringwood Ave, Unit #3636 Ringwood Ave1BR,1BA$2.57

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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in Oakland?

There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Oakland, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,749 to $6,617. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland ranging from $800 to $9,500.

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 $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,015.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords & Tenants

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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