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428 2nd St

534 Fallowfield Ave

811 Market St
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811 Market St

301 Church St

635 Wood St
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205 Griscom St

218 Broad St

125 Main St

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California, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in California?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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California 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,103 | $730 | $1,550 |
California 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,242 | $650 | $1,900 |
California 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available California Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in California, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Alden in the Outlying South Allegheny neighborhood priced from $804. 235 West 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 |
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The Alden | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $804 |
235 West | One Bedroom Apartment | 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 | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in California, PA and Nearby
As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the California area is the $1.20 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Townhome w/ Basement Model at Heritage Hills in the in the Lincoln Hilldale neighborhood starting from $1,499. 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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Heritage Hills | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Townhome w/ Basement | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Virginia Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Edgewood Manor | 2 Bed 2.5 BathEdgewood Manor | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.27 |
416 Cherry Ave, Unit 416 | 416 Cherry Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.76 |
111 4th St, Unit 111. 4th St California Pa | 111 4th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Annhurst | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Park Place of South Park Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 745 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
235 West | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Cloverleaf Towers | 1BR 1BA Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
North Ave Apartments | Comfortable 2-Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about California
What type of rentals are currently available in California?
There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in California, PA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $2,415. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in California ranging from $400 to $1,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in California?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in California ranges from $400 to $1,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,083.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in California?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in California range from $760 to $2,146, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $650 to $1,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,640.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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