
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brownsville, CA from $400 (40 Rentals)
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Sierra Heights Apartments

Tourist Hotel

Table Mountain

Paradise Boutique Apartments

Oroville Heights Apartments

Casa Milano Apartments

Ramirez Court Apartments
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Joshua Tree Apartments

Driftwood Apartments

Shasta Glen Apartments

Olive Ranch Apartments

Sandpiper Apartments

Birchwood Apartments

Riviera Terrace Apartments

Sandpiper Cove
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Palora Apartments

Monte Vigne

Northgate Terrace

Garden West One Apartments

Eastgate Terrace Apartments

Feather Downs Apartments

Meadow Wood Condo Apartments

Lakeside Village
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532 E Main St

2371 Washington Ave

Eaglepointe

Vineyard Family Apartments

574 E Broad St

Jasmine Apartments

630 Bird St

4566 Virginia Ave
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Boulder Creek Apartments

Orchard View Apartments

14382 Sun Forest Dr

237 B St

71 Mono Ave

425-445 Nelson Ave

445 Nelson Ave

318 Nile St
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Brownsville, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brownsville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownsville Studio Apartments | $1,381 | $725 | $3,225 |
| Brownsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $468 | $3,735 |
| Brownsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,482 | $554 | $3,840 |
| Brownsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,651 | $1,096 | $2,325 |
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Cheapest Available Brownsville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brownsville, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes priced from $468. Sierra Heights Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brownsville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $468 |
| Sierra Heights Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Tourist Hotel | Studio | Studio, | $725 |
| Casa Milano Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Ramirez Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Joshua Tree Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Driftwood Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Shasta Glen Apartments | 650 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Olive Ranch Apartments | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,137 |
| Riviera Terrace Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brownsville, CA and Nearby
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brownsville area is the $1.31 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Olive Ranch Apartments in the starting from $1,187. The second greatest value Brownsville apartment is the 2x1T Model at Hillcrest Court Apartments starting at $1,500 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Hetherington Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brownsville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Ranch Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Hillcrest Court Apartments | 2x1T | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Hunter's Landing Apartments | HL 2 Bed 1 Bath U | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Northpointe Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Shasta Glen Apartments | 750 SF | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Monte Vigne | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Sandpiper Cove | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Sierra Heights Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Riviera Terrace Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Ramirez Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brownsville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brownsville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brownsville is at Tourist Hotel listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brownsville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brownsville Apartment is $468 at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brownsville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brownsville is starting from $554 at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes.
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.