
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Calpine, CA from $740 (48 Rentals)
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Talus Point

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Sage by Vintage

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Overlook at Keystone Canyon

11333 Northwoods Blvd

20942 White Rock Dr

8011 Big River Dr

7429 Tallgrass Dr

8018 Anchor Point Dr
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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 | $1,402 | $799 | $2,150 |
| Calpine 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $740 | $2,350 |
| Calpine 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,946 | $1,251 | $2,640 |
| Calpine 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,303 | $1,415 | $3,357 |
| Calpine 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,922 | $1,931 | $3,266 |
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Cheapest Available Calpine Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Calpine, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Altitude by Vintage in the North Valleys neighborhood priced from $740. Zephyr Pointe in the West University neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,185. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Calpine apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Altitude by Vintage | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Idlewild | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,245 |
| Copper Mesa | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,256 |
| Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
| The Park at Idlewild | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| Club Ambassador | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Sierra Sage Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Austin Crest | 2BD, 2BTH A | 2BR,2BA | $1,494 |
| BOULDERS-RENO | Onyx | 1BR,1BA | $1,513 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calpine, CA and Nearby
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Calpine area is the $1.76 price per square foot Plan 2 Model at Tricon Lemmon Drive in the in the North Valleys neighborhood starting from $3,126. The second greatest value Calpine apartment is the 3x2 Model at VISTA POINT starting at $1,735 with a $1.41 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 | $1.76 |
| VISTA POINT | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Talus Point | 2x1.5TH - C | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Apex at Sky Valley | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Copper Mesa | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Idlewild | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Sierra Sage Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Club Ambassador | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
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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 $965.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Calpine Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Calpine Apartment is $740 at Altitude by Vintage.
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 Altitude by Vintage and starts from $1,440.
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