
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Calpine, CA from $700 (44 Rentals)
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ALTITUDE BY VINTAGE

Shoreline Plaza

Westwood Sierra Apartments

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Talus Point

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Sage by Vintage

Copper Mesa

Zephyr Pointe
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Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+

Sierra Village

Stardust Apartments

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Club Ambassador

Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments

VISTA POINT

BOULDERS-RENO

The Bungalows at Sky Vista
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Sky Vista Commons North

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Northwind Apartments

3575 Gypsum Rd

Manzanita Gate Apartments

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The Kallan

Westlook Resort Living

Austin Crest Apartments

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The Peak at Sky Mountain
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Sawmill Heights

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Montebello at Summit Ridge

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The Retreat Luxury Apartments & Townhomes

Apex at Sky Valley

VIDA LUXURY APARTMENTS

Park Place (Reno)

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Overlook at Keystone Canyon

Coburn Crossing
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Idlewild

Lakes at Lemmon Valley

Aviana at Tuscany

6850 Sharlands Ave.

The Park at Idlewild

Canyon's Edge Apartments

14028 Lear Blvd

8730 Sunset Breeze Dr
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9287 Running Dog Cir

4855 Ciarra Kennedy Lane

6785 Lotus St

7724 Tulear St
Calpine, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Calpine?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calpine Studio Apartments | $1,553 | $799 | $2,150 |
| Calpine 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,634 | $1,100 | $2,350 |
| Calpine 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,899 | $1,251 | $2,711 |
| Calpine 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,302 | $1,236 | $3,179 |
| Calpine 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,222 | $1,814 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available Calpine Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Calpine, CA is a Studio unit found at ALTITUDE BY VINTAGE in the North Valleys neighborhood priced from $980. Shoreline Plaza in the West University neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Calpine apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALTITUDE BY VINTAGE | Studio | Studio,1BA | $980 |
| Shoreline Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Idlewild | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,245 |
| Stardust Apartments | 1/1 West | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Talus Point | 1x1 Flat - C | 1BR,1BA | $1,360 |
| Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,414 |
| VISTA POINT | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,415 |
| BOULDERS-RENO | Onyx | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calpine, CA and Nearby
As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Calpine area is the $1.66 price per square foot Plan 2 Model at Tricon Lemmon Drive in the in the North Valleys neighborhood starting from $2,939. The second greatest value Calpine apartment is the Zephyr Model at The Retreat Luxury Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,899 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the West University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Calpine apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Tricon Lemmon Drive | Plan 2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| The Retreat Luxury Apartments & Townhomes | Zephyr | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| VISTA POINT | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Northwind Apartments | 2x2 Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Idlewild | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| 3575 Gypsum Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Austin Crest Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Talus Point | 1x1 Flat - C | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Calpine Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Calpine?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Calpine is at ALTITUDE BY VINTAGE listed at $980.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Calpine Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Calpine Apartment is $1,100 at Shoreline Plaza.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Calpine Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Calpine is starting from $1,245 at Idlewild.
What is the most affordable Calpine Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Calpine Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at VISTA POINT and starts from $1,485.
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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