
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Alta, CA from $500 (24 Rentals)
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Courtyards at Penn Valley

El Dorado Haven

310 S Auburn St

Cameron Ridge

Almond Heights

The Easton

Pleasant Valley
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13530 Greenhorn Rd

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12524 Valley View Rd
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Sierra Village

216 W Oak St

KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY

The Summit Senior Living Apartment Homes

10815 Footwall Dr

Sierra Oaks

500 Granite Hill Ct

1017 W Main St
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Alta, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Studio Apartments | $2,781 | $1,550 | $4,630 |
| Alta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,221 | $528 | $6,260 |
| Alta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,605 | $606 | $6,880 |
| Alta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,779 | $676 | $4,289 |
| Alta 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,874 | $3,369 | $4,380 |
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Cheapest Available Alta Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alta, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at El Dorado Haven in the Diamond Place neighborhood priced from $1,158. KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY in the Cameron Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,396. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alta apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Haven | 2 Bed Townhome 40% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1,158 |
| KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,396 |
| Cameron Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,598 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,600 |
| Courtyards at Penn Valley | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1,687 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta, CA and Nearby
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta area is the $2.12 price per square foot Plan 1 Model at Tricon Twelve Bridges in the in the Lincoln neighborhood starting from $3,249. The second greatest value Alta apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Courtyards at Penn Valley starting at $1,687 with a $1.34 price per square foot . 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 | Plan 1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.12 |
| Courtyards at Penn Valley | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Shaliko Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Willow View Apartments | 2 Bedroon 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Easton | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Cameron Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| El Dorado Haven | 1 Bed 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
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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 $1,206 at El Dorado Haven.
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 $1,337.
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