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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Valley, CA and Nearby

As of June 22, 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 $1,800 with a $1.24 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Nord Gardens1521 Nord Ave4BR,2BA$1.27
Redwood Glen Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.24
2nd Avenue Square**Reserve NOW for SUMMER 2025** DELUXE Townhomes4BR,2BA$1.50
Regency TownhomesLimited Time Special – Huge 4 Bedroom Apartment...3BR,2BA$1.22
The Crossings3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.55
Response Property ManagementThree Bed One Bath3BR,1BA$1.57
Summer Village ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.44
AMG Townhomes3x2 Cottage3BR,2BA$1.55
Cabernet ApartmentsSono2BR,1BA$1.20
Eastwood GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56

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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 Westpark Plaza listed at $1,020.

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 $1,121 at Cabernet 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 La Vista Apartments and starts from $1,575.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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