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25143 Molinos Ave

1300 West St
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Central Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Valley Studio Apartments | $1,377 | $750 | $1,794 |
Central Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $1,000 | $2,049 |
Central Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $695 | $2,750 |
Central Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $665 | $2,295 |
Central Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $870 | $599 | $2,125 |
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Cheapest Available Central Valley Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Central Valley, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at Post on Nord in the Downtown Chico neighborhood priced from $871. 2172 West St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central Valley apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Post on Nord | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $871 |
2172 West St | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Compass Point Apartments | One Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Valley, CA and Nearby
As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Valley area is the $1.27 price per square foot 1521 Nord Ave Model at Nord Gardens in the starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Central Valley apartment is the 4 Bedroom Model at Redwood Glen Apartments starting at $1,895 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Downtown Chico neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Nord Gardens | 1521 Nord Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Redwood Glen Apartments | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.31 |
Foothill Manor Townhomes | Three Bedroom Two ½ Bathroom Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
Summer Village Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Response Property Management | Three Bed One Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.57 |
AMG Townhomes | 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
Rio Townhouses | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
La Vista Apartments | **Available NOW** La Vista Apartments | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Cabernet Apartments | Sono | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
480 Manzanita Ave | 2 x 1 Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Valley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Valley is at Post on Nord listed at $1,349.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Valley Apartment is $1,000 at 2172 West St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Valley is starting from $1,045 at Compass Point Apartments.
What is the most affordable Central Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at AMG Townhomes and starts from $1,485.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Trey Huguley
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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