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Oakland, RI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakland, RI is a 1 Bed unit found at Paragon Mill in the Manton neighborhood priced from $1,003. Douglas Apartments-An Active Adult Community in the Manton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Paragon Mill1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,003
Douglas Apartments-An Active Adult Community1x1 Renovated1BR,1BA$1,550
Westwood Manor2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, RI and Nearby

As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.37 price per square foot A1 Model at Moore Mill Lofts in the in the Hope neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the 3BR 2BA Model at Paragon Mill starting at $2,425 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Manton 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.
Moore Mill LoftsA12BR,1BA$1.37
Paragon Mill3BR 2BA3BR,2BA$1.54
Shorewood ApartmentsTownhome2BR,1.5BA$2.09
The Village Lofts5-B-2Studio ,1BA$2.06
Lofts at Lyman Mill1 Bedroom with Den1BR,1BA$2.54
Washington Hill Apartments2x1 waitlist2BR,1BA$2.45
Greystone Loftsstudlg-g 1380 836Studio ,1BA$2.19
Oak Ridge Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44
Douglas Apartments-An Active Adult Community1x1 Renovated1BR,1BA$2.13
Lofts & Townhomes @ International Apartments520-202 ( 1 Bedroom 1 Bath)1BR,1BA$2.49

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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in Oakland?

There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Oakland, RI with pricing that ranges from $1,189 to $4,887. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakland ranging from $1,250 to $4,800.

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 $1,250 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,619.

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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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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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.