
Cheap Apartments for Rent in California City, CA from $600 (18 Rentals)
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Maison's Sierra
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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 | $1,767 | $638 | $2,525 |
| Cheap California City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,861 | $762 | $3,348 |
| Cheap California City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,006 | $864 | $3,708 |
| Cheap California City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,892 | $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 1 Bed unit found at Maison's Sierra in the Westview Estates neighborhood priced from $638. 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 | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $638 |
| Desert Oasis | 1+1 Down - Regular | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Norma Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Windrose Apartments | 2x1.5 840 | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Lancaster Village Senior Living Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in California City, CA
As of November 16, 2025 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 3 bedroom Model at Cedar Ridge Apartments starting at $2,215 with a $2.09 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 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Arbor Fields | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Norma Street Apartments | 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Oak Ridge Terrace | Large Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| Windrose Apartments | 2x1.5 840 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Casa Bonita | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Sunset Ridge | One Bedroom One Bath - Affordable Housing Pr... | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Maison's Sierra | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Desert Oasis | 1+1 Down - Regular | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Getting Around California City, CA
Walk Score®
12 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $638 at Maison's Sierra.
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 Maison's Sierra and starts from $864.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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