Cheap Apartments for Rent in California, MD from $600 (26 Rentals)

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22880 Dement Ln
1 Bedroom Apartments

22880 Dement Ln

22880 Dement LnCalifornia, MD 20619

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Apartments of WildeRidge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Apartments of WildeRidge

22760-22780 Laurel Glen RdCalifornia, MD 20619
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$1,600

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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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46824 Flower Dr

Lexington ParkMD20653
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Great Mills Court
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Great Mills Court

45990 Great Mills CtLexington Park, MD 20653
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Chancellors Run
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chancellors Run

45882 Chancellors Run CtGreat Mills, MD 20634

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Admiral's Landing
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Admiral's Landing

45970 Foxchase DrGreat Mills, MD 20634
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Spark Pax River
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Spark Pax River

46860 Hilton DrLexington Park, MD 20653
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Patuxent Cove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Patuxent Cove

46472 Admiral LnLexington Park, MD 20653

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property at 46670 Midway Dr

$1,700

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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46670 Midway Dr

Lexington ParkMD20653

California, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available California Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in California, MD is a 2 Beds unit found at Spring Valley Apartments in the Westbury Single Family neighborhood priced from $1,246. Admiral's Landing in the Westbury Single Family neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable California apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring Valley Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1,246
Admiral's Landing2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,300
St. Marys Landing Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom - 461 sqft1BR,1BA$1,585
Spark Pax RiverExcite2BR,2BA$1,642
Hickory Hills East, LLCOxford2BR,2BA$1,679
Park Villas2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Renovated2BR,2BA$1,995
Apartments of WildewoodThe Bertram2BR,2BA$2,125
Villas at Greenview West2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Renovated2BR,2BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in California, MD

As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the California area is the $1.79 price per square foot The Bertram Model at Apartments of Wildewood in the in the St Marys County neighborhood starting from $2,125. The second greatest value California apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Spring Valley Apartments starting at $1,561 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Westbury Single Family neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for California apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Apartments of WildewoodThe Bertram2BR,2BA$1.79
Spring Valley Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.32
Villas at Greenview West2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Renovated2BR,2BA$1.92
Hickory Hills East, LLCOxford2BR,2BA$1.49
Park Villas2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Renovated2BR,2BA$1.97
Spark Pax RiverExcite2BR,2BA$1.69
Admiral's Landing2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.41
23421 Dahlia Cir, Unit Basement Apt23421 Dahlia Cir1BR,1BA$1.18
St. Marys Landing Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom - 461 sqft1BR,1BA$3.44

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap California Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom California Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom California Apartment is $1,585 at St. Marys Landing Apartments and Townhomes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom California Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in California is starting from $1,246 at Spring Valley Apartments.

What is the most affordable California Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap California Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Spring Valley Apartments and starts from $1,561.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.