
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Central Valley, CA from $659 (48 Rentals)
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Tonea Senior Housing

1515 Highway 99 W

Oak Park Senior in Chico

Westpark Plaza

Phoenix Apartments

Riverside Apartments

Summer Village Apartments

Burnap Gardens Apartments
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Joshua Tree Apartments

Warner Street Apartments

Manzanita Manor Apartments

Eastwood Court Apartments

El Sereno Apartments

Woodside Gardens Apartments

Cabernet Apartments & Duplexes

La Vista Apartments
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Stadium Village Apartments

Sandalwood Apartments

Churn Creek Village Apartments

Villa Risa Apartments

Heritage Landing Apartments

Redwood Glen Apartments

Regency Townhomes

The Crossings

Compass Point Apartments
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Sutter Street Apartments (08/24)

1287 Citrus Ave

Rosewood Apartments

Main Street Apartments

Shasta Pines

20522 Old 44 Dr

The Groves

14807 Hilltop Dr

1025 Walnut St
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Creekside Village

The Pinnacle

Eastwood Gardens

480 Manzanita Ave

940 Ashmount Ave

488 Wiltsey Rd

Rio Townhouses

3433 Willow St

1044 Lincoln St
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The Coho

21906 Chimney Rock Dr

309 Chipman Ave
Central Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Valley Studio Apartments | $1,182 | $900 | $1,775 |
| Central Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,440 | $835 | $2,064 |
| Central Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $674 | $2,000 |
| Central Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $1,090 | $2,481 |
| Central Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $659 | $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 1 Bed unit found at Tonea Senior Housing priced from $835. 1515 Highway 99 W has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central Valley apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tonea Senior Housing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| 1515 Highway 99 W | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Phoenix Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Riverside Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Summer Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Burnap Gardens Apartments | Westside Cottage | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Warner Street Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Manzanita Manor Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Eastwood Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Woodside Gardens Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Valley, CA and Nearby
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Valley area is the $1.34 price per square foot 1521 Nord Ave Model at Nord Gardens in the starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Central Valley apartment is the 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Regency Townhomes starting at $1,650 with a $1.14 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nord Gardens | 1521 Nord Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Regency Townhomes | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| 747 W 4th Ave | 4 Bed 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Foothill Manor Townhomes | Three Bedroom Two ½ Bathroom Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Redwood Glen Apartments | House | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Creekside Village | Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Phoenix Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Manzanita Manor Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 1515 Highway 99 W | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Tonea Senior Housing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Valley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Valley Apartment is $835 at Tonea Senior Housing.
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 $1,200 at Manzanita Manor 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 Creekside Village and starts from $1,258.
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