Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central Valley, CA from $600 (1 Rental)
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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 | $1,638 | $1,020 | $1,784 |
Central Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $1,000 | $2,049 |
Central Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $734 | $2,750 |
Central Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $712 | $2,523 |
Central Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,048 | $646 | $2,175 |
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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 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 | $1.24 |
2nd Avenue Square | **Reserve NOW for SUMMER 2025** DELUXE Townhomes | 4BR,2BA | $1.50 |
Regency Townhomes | Limited Time Special – Huge 4 Bedroom Apartment... | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
The Crossings | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Response Property Management | Three Bed One Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Summer Village Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
AMG Townhomes | 3x2 Cottage | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Cabernet Apartments | Sono | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Eastwood Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,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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