
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Atwater, CA from $879 (71 Rentals)
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Falcon Heights

778-858 Broadway

2802 Determine

Eight Fifty-Eight Broadway

620-636 Cedar Ave

2351-2371 N Winton Way

817 Acacia Ct

1560-1580 Grove Ave

2368-2382 Redwood Ave
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2830-2836 Determine Dr

640 Cedar Ave

851 Acacia Ct

2120 Carrier Dr

1135 Vine St

562-568 Fortuna Ave

1873 Grove Ave

2294 Olive Ave

2609-2695 N Winton Way

2890-2896 Determine Dr
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2445-2451 N Winton Way

816 Broadway

778 Broadway

1869 Atwater Blvd

2619 Atwater Blvd

1161 E Bellvue Rd

2880-2886 Secretariat Dr

2810-2818 Secretariat Dr

2865 Determine Dr

2367 Redwood Ave
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2844 Secretariat Dr

101 Elberta Ave

2260 Olive Ave

1141-1165 Kelso St

2840 Nashua St

1873 Carter Way

2032 Olive Ave

1155 Willow St

2248 Olive Ave

2140 Carrier Dr
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1329-1359 Drakeley Ave

2451-2457 Palm Ave

199-217 Broadway Ave

1865-1877 Grove Ave

621-691 Cedar Ave

Winton Gardens

2170-2186 W Bellevue Rd

1160 1178 Willow

1119 Willow St

2061 Olive Ave
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Atwater, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Atwater?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Atwater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,043 | $879 | $1,345 |
| Cheap Atwater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $1,250 | $1,525 |
| Cheap Atwater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $1,200 | $1,885 |
| Cheap Atwater 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $1,860 | $1,915 |
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Cheapest Available Atwater Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Vista Senior Duplex Community | Lancaster | 3BR,2BA | $1,705 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atwater, CA
As of September 11, 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 823 E Bellevue Rd Model at 823 E Bellevue Rd starting at $1,450 with a $14.50 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Vista Senior Duplex Community | Lancaster | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| 823 E Bellevue Rd | 823 E Bellevue Rd | 2BR,1BA | $14.50 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Atwater, CA
Mitchell Elementary School
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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.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
Written by: Robin Stewart
Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.