
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bonita, CA from $900 (115 Rentals)
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321 Greenwood Pl, Unit Private studio for rent, Unit Private studio for rent

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4319 Corral Canyon Rd, Unit A, Unit A

Park Bonita

5432 Horse Ridge Way

1418 Country Vistas Ln

5595 Sweetwater Rd

Robinwood Plaza

255 E St

6342 Plaza Cuernavaca
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Spring Villas

21 Del Mar Ave, Unit A

SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS

The Glorias Apartments

Palm Shadows Apartments

521 Park Way

692 2nd Ave

168 Garrett Ave

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Windsor Heights
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Centre Towers Apartments

Park Fifth Avenue

Meadows Of Chula Vista

Eucalyptus Grove Apartments

Meadowbrook

2854 Rhoades Rd

522 Jefferson Ave

Elan Villa Parq

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268 Meadowbrook Dr, Unit ADU Studio, Unit ADU Studio

2404 Manzana Way

325 Roosevelt St

Chula Vista Terrace *$300 Off*

Seawind Apartments

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Country Club Village Apartments

Rancho Bonita

Vista Hermosa

Bonita Woods
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8951 Jamacha Rd, Unit 31

The Noa

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Casa La Paz

Woodlawn Gardens Apartments

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Point Bonita

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Alderwood

Malibu South Apartments

Casselman Apartments

832 Grand Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bonita?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Bonita Studio Apartments | $1,989 | $1,575 | $3,060 |
| Cheap Bonita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,260 | $1,488 | $4,654 |
| Cheap Bonita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,858 | $1,900 | $9,161 |
| Cheap Bonita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,569 | $2,500 | $7,600 |
| Cheap Bonita 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,799 | $3,579 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Bonita Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bonita, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Spring Villas in the Bay Terraces neighborhood priced from $1,488. SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS in the Paradise Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bonita apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Villas | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,488 |
| SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS | Studio D1 | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| View Apartments | Design 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,696 |
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| The Glorias Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Centre Towers Apartments | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| Eucalyptus Grove Apartments | STUDIO A | Studio,1BA | $1,754 |
| Meadowbrook | 2 BA, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,756 |
| Palm Shadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bonita, CA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bonita area is the $2.13 price per square foot 2B Model at Camelot Apartments in the in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Bonita apartment is the Plan 2A Model at Bonita Cedars starting at $2,587 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the Bay Terraces neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bonita apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camelot Apartments | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| Bonita Cedars | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Elan Glover Court | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Palm Villas Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| 340 5th Ave | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Casa Corona | 2-bed/1-bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Shannon Arms III Apartments | 2 bed & 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Chula Vista Terrace *$300 Off* | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| The Glorias Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bonita Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bonita?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bonita is at SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS listed at $1,575.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bonita Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bonita Apartment is $1,488 at Spring Villas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bonita Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bonita is starting from $1,728 at Spring Villas.
What is the most affordable Bonita Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bonita Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Potomac Square Apartments and starts from $2,695.
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