
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Butte County, CA from $300 (34 Rentals)
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Sierra Heights Apartments

1319-1321 Normal Ave

Paradise Boutique Apartments

5511 Schmale Ln

Table Mountain

Oroville Heights Apartments

2610 E 20th St
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1200 Park Avenue Senior Residential

Hillview Ridge Apartments I & II

Parkside Terrace

Lava Ridge Apartments

Oroville Inn

North Creek Crossings @ Meriam Park

Wildcat Crossing

Cinnamon Village
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418 Hazel St

Summer Village Apartments (03/26)

Sheridan Manor

The Courtyards on Rio Lindo Senior Apartments

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Campus Place Apartments

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Bidwell Oaks Apartments
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Chico Commons

Washington Court

Eaglepointe

Senior Apartments at B20

Warner Studios

Espana Gardens

Joshua Tree

Ceres Plaza Apartments
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Butte County, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Butte County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butte County Studio Apartments | $935 | $765 | $1,040 |
| Butte County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $468 | $1,800 |
| Butte County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,574 | $554 | $2,750 |
| Butte County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,847 | $719 | $2,995 |
| Butte County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $695 | $2,980 |
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Cheapest Available Butte County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Butte County, 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 Butte County 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 |
| 418 Hazel St | 1/5 | 1BR,5BA | $690 |
| North Creek Crossings @ Meriam Park | The Bidwell - 2x1 Income Restricted | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Parkside Terrace | The Cedar | 3BR,2BA | $1,050 |
| Bidwell's Mill Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 034 - Westwood Trees | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Olive Ranch Apartments | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,137 |
| Lincoln Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,139 |
| Phoenix Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Butte County, CA
As of May 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Butte County area is the $1.29 price per square foot * Reserve for Summer 2026* Spacious 4 Bedroom 2... Model at Legacy Townhome - Spacious Townhomes in the in the Downtown Chico neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Butte County apartment is the 4 Bedroom Model at Redwood Glen Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Downtown Chico neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Butte County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Townhome - Spacious Townhomes | * Reserve for Summer 2026* Spacious 4 Bedroom 2... | 4BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Redwood Glen Apartments | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 1119 West Sacramento Avenue | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| The Loft Apartments | 5 X 1.5 | 5BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| Senator Conness Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Phoenix Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Olive Ranch Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| North Creek Crossings @ Meriam Park | The Bidwell - 2x1 Income Restricted | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Lincoln Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Sierra Heights Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Butte County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Butte County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Butte County Apartment is $468 at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Butte County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Butte County is starting from $554 at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Butte County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Butte County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkside Terrace and starts from $1,050.
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