
Cheap Apartments for Rent in California City, CA from $700 (18 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in California City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap California City Studio Apartments | $1,397 | $995 | $1,800 |
| Cheap California City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,769 | $945 | $2,475 |
| Cheap California City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,876 | $726 | $3,348 |
| Cheap California City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,965 | $1,085 | $3,708 |
| Cheap California City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,877 | $3,849 | $3,925 |
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Cheapest Available California City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in California City, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Maison's Sierra in the Westview Estates neighborhood priced from $762. Desert Oasis in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $945. Here is today’s list of the most affordable California City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maison's Sierra | 2x1 B | 2BR,1BA | $762 |
| Desert Oasis | FIRST MONTH RENT AND ONLY $99 SECURITY DEPOSIT! | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Norma Street Apartments | Norma Street Apts - 1ST MONTH RENT/ONLY $ 99 SE... | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Cedar Town Square | Classic One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Copper Square | Prairie Star | 1BR,1BA | $1,293 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in California City, CA
As of February 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the California City area is the $1.60 price per square foot Three Beds Two Baths Model at Arbor on Date in the in the Westview Estates neighborhood starting from $1,811. The second greatest value California City apartment is the Townhome Model at Casa Bonita starting at $1,975 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Tierra Del Sol neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for California City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor on Date | Three Beds Two Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Casa Bonita | Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.80 |
| Hacienda Court Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Sienna Heights | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Maison's Sierra | 2x1 B | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Arbor Fields | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Park Circle Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Windrose Apartments | 2x1.5 840 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Desert Oasis | FIRST MONTH RENT AND ONLY $99 SECURITY DEPOSIT! | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap California City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom California City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom California City Apartment is $945 at Desert Oasis.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom California City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in California City is starting from $762 at Maison's Sierra.
What is the most affordable California City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap California City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Desert Oasis and starts from $1,445.
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