Studio Apartments for Rent in California, PA (14 Rentals)

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in California?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Studio Apartments | $1,053 | $709 | $1,619 |
| California 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $400 | $1,970 |
| California 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,469 | $679 | $2,385 |
| California 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,386 | $874 | $2,590 |
| California 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $1,640 | $1,800 |
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Largest Available California and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in California, PA is found at 1400 Main in the Outlying South Allegheny neighborhood and is 973 square feet priced from $1,599. Residences at the Street in the South Allegheny neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 438 square feet and currently listed start at $1,390. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in California:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1400 Main | Carnegie | 973 Sq Ft | $1,599 |
| Residences at the Street | Meadows | 438 Sq Ft | $1,390 |
| Apartments at The Schoolhouse | Studio | 400 Sq Ft | $975 |
Cheapest Available California and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of December 26, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in California, PA is the Studio Model starting from $975 at Apartments at The Schoolhouse in the Outlying South Allegheny neighborhood. The second most affordable California Studio is the Meadows Model at Residences at the Street starting at $1,390 in the South Allegheny neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in California is currently $1,053. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in California:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Apartments at The Schoolhouse | Studio | $975 |
| Residences at the Street | Meadows | $1,390 |
| 1400 Main | Carnegie | $1,599 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio California Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in California with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in California is at Apartments at The Schoolhouse listed at $975.
How much is the average rent for a Studio California Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in California is $1,053.
What is the largest available Studio California Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in California is a 973 square feet unit starting from $1,599 at 1400 Main.
What is the average size for California Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in California is currently 0 sq ft.
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