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241 Ash StCalifornia, PA 15419
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228 3rd St, Unit A, Unit A
228 3rd StCalifornia, PA 15419
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275 North AveWashington, PA 15301
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552 National Pike WBrownsville, PA 15417
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Stonecreek Apartment Homes
1 Clubhouse CirWashington, PA 15301
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EllsworthPA15331
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in California?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| California Studio Apartments | $1,083 | $779 | $1,770 |
| California 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $550 | $1,970 |
| California 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,517 | $555 | $2,365 |
| California 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,518 | $1,100 | $2,615 |
| California 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,200 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available California Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in California, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gateway Senior Housing priced from $775. The Alden in the Outlying South Allegheny neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $849. Here is today’s list of the most affordable California apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Senior Housing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| The Alden | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| North Ave Apartments | Comfortable 2-Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Cloverleaf Towers | 1BR 1BA Hi Rise | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Meridian Point | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Canterbury Court | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Virginia Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| White Oak Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Cloverleaf Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom w/ Smaller Kitchen | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in California, PA and Nearby
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the California area is the $1.01 price per square foot 2BRTH-Gameroom Model at Poets Corner in the in the Outlying South Allegheny neighborhood starting from $1,245. The second greatest value California apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Virginia Manor Apartments starting at $950 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the East Allegheny 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. |
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| Poets Corner | 2BRTH-Gameroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| Virginia Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Squires Manor Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Highfield Crossing | 2 bdrm | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| White Oak Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Canterbury Court | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Cloverleaf Towers | 1BR 1BA Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 117 Short St, Unit C | 117 Short St | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| North Ave Apartments | Comfortable 2-Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Gateway Senior Housing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom California Apartment is $775 at Gateway Senior Housing.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in California is starting from $850 at North Ave Apartments.
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