Oakdale

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Oakdale, MN

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Suburban bliss a few minutes east of Saint Paul

Suburb Commuter Bustling Outdoors

Oakdale is a suburb of Saint Paul on the eastern region of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Originally named for the grove of Oak trees that made up the community, Oakdale has come a long way. Today, the city stands as a thriving and rapidly growing residential suburb. Interstate 694 runs through town and intersects with other major roads, making the area very attractive to commuters. The other parts of Oakdale are characterized as classic suburbia with residential avenues, community parks, ponds, and shopping plazas located throughout the city. Oakland Nature Preserve, Tanners Lake, and the Oak Marsh Golf Course are just a few of the opportunities for outdoor adventure enjoyed by residents. Those looking to rent in Oakdale will find several choices of apartments tucked into the different residential parts of the city.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Oakdale, MN is $1,188 for a studio, $1,469 for one bedroom, $1,939 for two bedrooms, and $4,710 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oakdale has increased by 0.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,469/month
769 Sq Ft
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Transportation

34

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

16

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

38

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Eagle Point Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

771 Students

8
out of 10

Castle Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

557 Students

6
out of 10

Oakdale Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

505 Students

Rating Unavailable

Skyview Community Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

471 Students

Rating Unavailable

Skyview Community Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,004 Students

3
out of 10

Tartan Senior High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,683 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Maplewood Nature Center
  • Keller Regional Park
  • Phalen Park
  • Phelan Regional Park
  • Indian Mounds Park

Airports

  • Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain

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