
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brentwood, CA from $1,300 (40 Rentals)
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Blossoms at Brentwood

The Silvergate

Arbor Ridge

11819 Kiowa Ave

PARKSIDE BRENTWOOD

1030 Dainty Ave

30-50 Broderick Dr
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630,640 Southwood Dr

103 Birch St

14 Chestnut St

1348 Berry Ln

301 Birch St

3933 Walnut Ave

Chandler

631 McClarren Rd
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Tierra Bella

The Redwood Apartments

Villa Amador Apartments

Sycamore Place 2

906 Dainty Avenue

Sycamore Place Senior Housing

Brentwood Senior Commons

Hillcrest View
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Cross Pointe Apartment Homes

Bella Rose

Acacia

402 5th St

5413 Guenoc Valley Ln

239 Delta Rd

Kennedy Mobile Home Park

Hillcrest Vista Apartments
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143-147 Delta Rd

Shine at Sand Creek

Oriana and Luna at Aviano

Twin Oaks Senior, A 55+ Community

Summer Creek Place

Golden Oak Manor

The Courtyards at Cypress Grove

Silver Oak Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brentwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Brentwood Studio Apartments | $3,225 | $3,225 | $3,225 |
| Cheap Brentwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,506 | $2,000 | $2,724 |
| Cheap Brentwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,915 | $2,300 | $3,349 |
| Cheap Brentwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,521 | $3,295 | $3,655 |
| Cheap Brentwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,678 | $3,620 | $3,720 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brentwood, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/12/2026Current apartment rentals in the Brentwood, CA area range in price from $1,660 to $3,720 with an overall median price of $3,553. The three Brentwood neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Applewood at $2,000, Birchwood Estates at $2,000, and Brentwood Center at $2,000. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Brentwood Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applewood | $3,395 | $2,000 | 9 |
| Birchwood Estates | $3,395 | $2,000 | 9 |
| Brentwood Center | $3,395 | $2,000 | 9 |
| Brentwood Manor | $3,395 | $2,000 | 9 |
| Brentwood Villa | $3,395 | $2,000 | 9 |
| Brentwood Villages | $3,395 | $2,000 | 9 |
| California Glory | $3,395 | $2,000 | 9 |
| California Grove | $3,395 | $2,000 | 9 |
| California Orchard | $3,395 | $2,000 | 9 |
| California Spirit | $3,395 | $2,000 | 9 |
Cheapest Available Brentwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brentwood, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at PARKSIDE BRENTWOOD in the Mariposa in Brentwood neighborhood priced from $2,300. Avery at TownCentre in the Mariposa in Brentwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brentwood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| PARKSIDE BRENTWOOD | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Avery at TownCentre | Almond Blossom | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Blossoms at Brentwood | Buttercup | 1BR,1BA | $2,420 |
| Cross Pointe Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,494 |
| Hillcrest View | Model B | 2BR,2BA | $2,675 |
| Arbor Ridge | Grandeur | 2BR,2BA | $2,995 |
| The Silvergate | Residence 2 | 2BR,2BA | $3,009 |
| 11819 Kiowa Ave | 2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $3,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brentwood, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brentwood area is the $2.33 price per square foot Residence 2 Model at The Silvergate in the in the Mariposa in Brentwood neighborhood starting from $3,009. The second greatest value Brentwood apartment is the Grandeur Model at Arbor Ridge starting at $2,995 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Mariposa in Brentwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brentwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Silvergate | Residence 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Arbor Ridge | Grandeur | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| 11819 Kiowa Ave | 2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $3.15 |
| Hillcrest View | Model B | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| PARKSIDE BRENTWOOD | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Avery at TownCentre | Almond Blossom | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Cross Pointe Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Blossoms at Brentwood | Buttercup | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brentwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Brentwood?
The cheapest apartment in Brentwood is Avery at TownCentre which is listed at $2,350, while the average apartment in Brentwood costs $3,553.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Brentwood?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 27 regular apartments in Brentwood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Brentwood?
Cheap apartments in Brentwood have an average cost of $403 which is $3,150 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Brentwood.
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