Cheap Homes for Rent in Calpine, CA from $1,600 (10 Rentals)

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property at 6850 Sharlands Ave

$1,650 - $1,750

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$1,650

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$1,650

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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property at 11110 White Sage Dr

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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property at 6895 Lotus St

$1,795

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$1,795

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$1,795

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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6895 Lotus St

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property at 6675 Peppermint Dr

$1,895

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$1,895

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$1,895

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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property at 6435 Lotus St

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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6435 Lotus St

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property at 636 W 9th St

$2,050

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$2,050

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$2,050

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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636 W 9th St

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property at 645 Madeline Jane Lane

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 6

property at 3485 Rosalinda Dr

$2,200

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$2,200

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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property at 9435 Stoney Creek Way

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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Calpine, CA Local Guide

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. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Altitude by VintageStudioStudio,1BA$980
Zephyr Pointe1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,185
Shoreline PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calpine, CA and Nearby

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Calpine area is the $1.72 price per square foot Plan 1 Model at Tricon Lemmon Drive in the in the North Valleys neighborhood starting from $2,949. The second greatest value Calpine apartment is the 3 bedroom 2 bath Model at Austin Crest Apartments starting at $1,999 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Northwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Calpine apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tricon Lemmon DrivePlan 13BR,2BA$1.72
Austin Crest Apartments3 bedroom 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.77
Copper MesaThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.54
Club AmbassadorTownhome 2.52BR,2.5BA$1.53
Apex at Sky Valley2/22BR,2BA$1.76
Zephyr Pointe2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.41
VISTA POINT2x22BR,2BA$1.43
Idlewild2x22BR,2BA$1.31
Sierra Sage ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.60
Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.92

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Calpine

What type of rentals are currently available in Calpine?

There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Calpine, CA with pricing that ranges from $799 to $4,200. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Calpine ranging from $1,650 to $6,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Calpine?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Calpine ranges from $1,650 to $6,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,576.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Calpine?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Calpine range from $1,415 to $3,149, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $4,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,931.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.