
Cheap Apartments for Rent in California, PA from $400 (62 Rentals)
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506 3rd St

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146 Ash St, Unit 146 Ash Street

131 Wood St, Unit 206

131 Wood St, Unit 103

131 Wood St

131 Wood St, Unit 301

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320 3rd St, Unit B

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131 Union St, Unit B

825 Wood St, Unit 831
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131 Wood St, Unit 302

142 Liberty St, Unit 144 Liberty

49 3rd St

85 2nd St

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228 3rd St, Unit A

217 5th St

193 Beazell St

670 Park St

Cross Street Apartments

131 Spring Way
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117 Short St, Unit C

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704 Washington Ave

336 Union St

The Alden

Mt. Vernon Apartments

Highfield Crossing

Center Grove Apartments

Cloverleaf Towers

North Ave Apartments

Annhurst (PA)
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Pebble Creek

Stonecreek Apartment Homes

Poets Corner

Canterbury Court

Meridian Point

Sandy Creek

Virginia Manor Apartments

Cloverleaf Village Apartments

Mountainview Gardens

Gateway Senior Housing
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1136 Reservoir Ave

Berkely Manor

426 2nd St

Washington Court Apartments

203 Old Pittsburgh Rd

925 Leeds Ave

2516 2nd St

205 Griscom St

Westmoreland Hills

307 Old Rte 51
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California, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in California?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap California Studio Apartments | $928 | $500 | $1,750 |
| Cheap California 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,226 | $550 | $1,970 |
| Cheap California 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $700 | $2,405 |
| Cheap California 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $1,100 | $2,625 |
| Cheap California 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,200 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available California Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in California, PA is a Studio unit found at 670 Park St in the Washington County neighborhood priced from $495. RiverWood Apartments in the Washington County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable California apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 670 Park St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $495 |
| RiverWood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| Highfield Crossing | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Alden | S1R | Studio,1BA | $829 |
| North Ave Apartments | Comfortable 2-Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in California, PA
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the California area is the $0.86 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Virginia Manor Apartments in the in the East Allegheny neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value California apartment is the 602 2nd St Model at 602 2nd St, Unit B starting at $1,200 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Washington County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for California apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 602 2nd St, Unit B | 602 2nd St | 4BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Highfield Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 228 3rd St, Unit A | 228 3rd St | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 131 Union St, Unit B | 131 Union St | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 117 Short St, Unit C | 117 Short St | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| North Ave Apartments | Comfortable 2-Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 320 3rd St, Unit B | 320 3rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 670 Park St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $0.99 |
| 704 Washington Ave | 704 Washington Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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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 $750 at RiverWood Apartments.
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 $850 at RiverWood Apartments.
What is the most affordable California Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap California Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cloverleaf Village Apartments and starts from $1,100.
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Besides Pittsburgh's yearly homage to pickles, nationally recognized football team, and coinage of the word "yinz," the city is also known for its renowned higher education opportunities.

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