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$2,095 - $2,495

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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2157 Arnold Way

AlpineCA91901

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Cajon Senior Villas
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cajon Senior Villas

1219 Persimmon AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
Senior Living
  • Utilities Included

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Twin Palms Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Palms Apartments

12571 Laurel StLakeside, CA 92040
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Oakdale Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Oakdale Apartments

1390 Oakdale AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Windmill Senior Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Windmill Senior Villas

9430 Winter Gardens BlvdLakeside, CA 92040
Senior Living
  • Utilities Included

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Alpine, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Alpine, CA

Pricing Updated: 05/06/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Alpine, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Alpine Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Alpine Heights$2,751$1,51832
Victoria$2,751$1,51832

Cheapest Available Alpine Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Alpine, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments in the Granite Hills neighborhood priced from $1,350. Vista Oaks in the Granite Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,490. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alpine apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartmentsupstairs1BR,1BA$1,350
Vista Oaks0+1LStudio,1BA$1,490
La Quinta Apartment1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,495
Alpine Family Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,518
Vista Pines0+1 UpstairsStudio,1BA$1,545
Twin Palms ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,630
Lakeside Meadows1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,650
El Capitan ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1,695
Winter Gardens | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments with Parking and Sparkling Pool!1x11BR,1BA$1,695
Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off*One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alpine, CA and Nearby

As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alpine area is the $2.21 price per square foot 2/2 w/ Garage Model at East Windmill Villa Apartments in the in the Victoria neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Alpine apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Stone Ridge starting at $2,135 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the Outlying Poway Santee Ramona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alpine apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
East Windmill Villa Apartments2/2 w/ Garage2BR,2BA$2.21
Stone RidgeTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.43
ReNew AlpineSycamore2BR,1BA$2.68
Greentree Apartments2/1 Up2BR,1BA$2.42
Terre at LakesideCanyon2BR,1.5BA$2.66
Anniversary ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.42
Vista Bella Apartment Homes1/1 Fortuna1BR,1BA$2.71
Twin Palms ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.61
Alpine Family Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.69
Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartmentsupstairs1BR,1BA$2.70

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alpine Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alpine?

The cheapest apartment in Alpine is Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Alpine costs $2,751.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alpine?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Alpine that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Alpine?

Cheap apartments in Alpine have an average cost of $595 which is $2,156 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alpine.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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