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2238 Gunn Rd

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Cheapest Available Carmichael Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Carmichael, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Madison in the North Edison neighborhood priced from $1,067. The Brentwood in the North Edison neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carmichael apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MadisonA11BR,1BA$1,067
The BrentwoodStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
THE CASCADES1x11BR,1BA$1,100
Redwood Square1x1 Bond1BR,1BA$1,125
Casa Lido ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,145

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmichael, CA

As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carmichael area is the $1.73 price per square foot Pine Model at Crosswood Park in the in the Chant neighborhood starting from $2,160. The second greatest value Carmichael apartment is the 2x1 Model at Winchester Place Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Cordova Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carmichael apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Crosswood ParkPine2BR,1.5BA$1.73
Winchester Place Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.42
Gold Crossing ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.62
Rinconada Village2 bd 1 bath Downstairs With Backyard2BR,1BA$1.72
Walnut Avenue Apartments1x1 ( downstairs)1BR,1BA$1.50
Acacia at Carmichael ApartmentsSophia1BR,1BA$1.56
Country Club GardensBirch1BR,1BA$1.71
Cypress Greens1 Bedroom ALL utilties Included.1BR,1BA$1.76
Casa Lido ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1.55
MadisonA11BR,1BA$1.69

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carmichael

What type of rentals are currently available in Carmichael?

There are currently 681 Apartments for Rent in Carmichael, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,067 to $3,910. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carmichael ranging from $950 to $3,345.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carmichael ranges from $950 to $3,345 with an average monthly rent of $2,288.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Carmichael range from $1,232 to $3,910, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,825 to $3,195. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,875.

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