
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alta, CA from $500 (16 Rentals)
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El Dorado Haven

Cameron Ridge

310 S Auburn St

532 E Main St
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Stanford Court Senior Living

14382 Sun Forest Dr

Sierra Village

18728 Three Homes Rd
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318 Nile St

10712 Banner Lava Cap Rd

KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY

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123 Richardson St
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612 Chief Kelly Dr
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Studio Apartments | $2,561 | $1,515 | $4,630 |
| Alta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,379 | $528 | $6,260 |
| Alta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,505 | $606 | $6,880 |
| Alta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,671 | $676 | $4,263 |
| Alta 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,766 | $3,419 | $4,445 |
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Cheapest Available Alta Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alta, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at El Dorado Haven in the Diamond Place neighborhood priced from $1,003. KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY in the Cameron Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alta apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Haven | 3 Bed 30% AMI | 3BR,1BA | $1,003 |
| KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Cameron Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,468 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,550 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta, CA and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta area is the $2.29 price per square foot Duet A Model at Tricon Twelve Bridges in the in the Monte Vista neighborhood starting from $3,019. The second greatest value Alta apartment is the Residence 3 Luxury Model at Shaliko Apartment Homes starting at $2,221 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Stoneridge East Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tricon Twelve Bridges | Duet A | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.29 |
| Shaliko Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Lake Forest at El Dorado Hills | Briarwood | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Cameron Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Willow View Apartments | 2 Bedroon 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| The Easton | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Sunset Summit | Mt. Rainier | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alta Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Apartment is $1,325 at KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alta Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alta is starting from $1,158 at El Dorado Haven.
What is the most affordable Alta Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alta Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at El Dorado Haven and starts from $1,003.
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