Cheap Apartments for Rent in Atwater, CA from $700 (70 Rentals)

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778-858 Broadway
2 Bedroom Apartments

778-858 Broadway

778-858 BroadwayAtwater, CA 95301
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2802 Determine
3 Bedroom Apartments

2802 Determine

2802-2808 Determine DrAtwater, CA 95301
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817 Acacia Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

817 Acacia Ct

817 Acacia CtAtwater, CA 95301
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2368-2382 Redwood Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2368-2382 Redwood Ave

2368-2382 Redwood AveAtwater, CA 95301
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640 Cedar Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

640 Cedar Ave

640 Cedar AveAtwater, CA 95301
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851 Acacia Ct
Studio Apartments

851 Acacia Ct

851 Acacia CtAtwater, CA 95301
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2120 Carrier Dr
Studio Apartments

2120 Carrier Dr

2120 Carrier DrAtwater, CA 95301
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1135 Vine St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1135 Vine St

1135 Vine StAtwater, CA 95301
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1873 Grove Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1873 Grove Ave

1873 Grove AveAtwater, CA 95301
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2294 Olive Ave
Studio Apartments

2294 Olive Ave

2294 Olive AveAtwater, CA 95301

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816 Broadway
1 Bedroom Apartments

816 Broadway

816 BroadwayAtwater, CA 95301
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778 Broadway
2 Bedroom Apartments

778 Broadway

778 BroadwayAtwater, CA 95301
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1869 Atwater Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1869 Atwater Blvd

1869 Atwater BlvdAtwater, CA 95301
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101 Elberta Ave
Studio Apartments

101 Elberta Ave

101 Elberta AveAtwater, CA 95301
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2260 Olive Ave
Studio Apartments

2260 Olive Ave

2260 Olive AveAtwater, CA 95301
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2840 Nashua St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2840 Nashua St

2840 Nashua StAtwater, CA 95301
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2032 Olive Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2032 Olive Ave

2032 Olive AveAtwater, CA 95301
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1155 Willow St
Studio Apartments

1155 Willow St

1155 Willow StAtwater, CA 95301
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1873 Carter Way
Studio Apartments

1873 Carter Way

1873 Carter WayAtwater, CA 95301
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2248 Olive Ave
Studio Apartments

2248 Olive Ave

2248 Olive AveAtwater, CA 95301
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2140 Carrier Dr
Studio Apartments

2140 Carrier Dr

2140 Carrier DrAtwater, CA 95301

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When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Winton Gardens
Studio Apartments

Winton Gardens

3062 Winton WayAtwater, CA 95301
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1160 1178 Willow
2 Bedroom Apartments

1160 1178 Willow

1160 Willow StAtwater, CA 95301
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1119 Willow St
Studio Apartments

1119 Willow St

1119 Willow StAtwater, CA 95301
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2061 Olive Ave
Studio Apartments

2061 Olive Ave

2061 Olive AveAtwater, CA 95301
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1242 Fir Ave
Studio Apartments

1242 Fir Ave

1242 Fir AveAtwater, CA 95301

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Cheapest Available Atwater Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Castle Vista Senior Duplex CommunityLancaster3BR,2BA$1,705

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atwater, CA and Nearby

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Atwater area is the $1.38 price per square foot Lancaster Model at Castle Vista Senior Duplex Community in the in the Claremont Reserve in Atwater neighborhood starting from $1,705. The second greatest value Atwater apartment is the 809 E Bellevue Rd Model at 809 E Bellevue Rd, Unit na starting at $1,395 with a $13.95 price per square foot in the Claremont Reserve in Atwater neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Atwater apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Castle Vista Senior Duplex CommunityLancaster3BR,2BA$1.38
809 E Bellevue Rd, Unit na809 E Bellevue Rd2BR,1BA$13.95
2775 Muir Ave2775 Muir Ave2BR,1BA$13.95

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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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Atwater Overview

Atwater, with a total of 6.1 square miles, is located on Highway Route 99 in Merced County. This sweet spot enjoys a racially inclusive and diverse population of approximately 28,168. It possesses all the beauty that the Central Valley of California is famed for, plus all the charm and ease of a small town. Atwater continues to enjoy the agricultural feel of its past, and the residential and commercial areas are attractively planned and laid out. And Atwater facilitates easy access to the Pacific coast, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park.  

Why live in Atwater, CA?

Atwater is a comfortable and friendly town with a history steeped in agriculture that provides easy access to all the excitement that California offers. Whatever your interest or age level, there are amenities for everyone, from a Youth Center and skate park to super senior living areas, plus all the entertainment options, parks, restaurants, bars, and shopping choices that provide amusement and help to foster a sense of community.

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What is the most affordable Atwater Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Atwater Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Castle Vista Senior Duplex Community and starts from $1,705.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.