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Washington Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Square

255 Washington RdChowchilla, CA 93610
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Swiss Colony
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$1,350 - $2,200
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Swiss Colony

3075 Park AveMerced, CA 95348
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2355 K St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2355 K St

2355 K StMerced, CA 95340
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1680-1695 Ellen Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1680-1695 Ellen Ave

1680-1695 Ellen AveMerced, CA 95341
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Chowchilla, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chowchilla, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/14/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Chowchilla, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chowchilla Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Vintage Walk$1,134$1,1341
Granada Glen$1,364$1,1342

Cheapest Available Chowchilla Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chowchilla, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at Merced Station in the Reverie neighborhood priced from $529. 617 W Santa Fe Ave in the Gateways neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chowchilla apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Merced StationD24BR,4BA$529
617 W Santa Fe Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$895
Brookdale Gardens0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,095
Madera West Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,300
Bridgewood Crossing2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,315

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chowchilla, CA and Nearby

As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chowchilla area is the $1.38 price per square foot 640 Mainberry #102 Model at Los Arcos Townhomes in the in the Mariposa neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Chowchilla apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Vista Del Sol Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Mariposa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chowchilla apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Los Arcos Townhomes640 Mainberry #1023BR,2BA$1.38
Vista Del Sol Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.38
Castle Vista Senior Duplex CommunityLancaster3BR,2BA$1.38
Riverwoods Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.59
Summerwoods Apartments3x2.5 with Garage2BR,2.5BA$1.54
Willowbrook ApartmentsRENOVATED 2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.59
Courtyard at Central Park Apartments2x1 B2BR,1BA$1.53
Bridgewood North2 Bedroom 1 1/4 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.56
Merced StationB12BR,2BA$1.20
617 W Santa Fe Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.43

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chowchilla Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chowchilla Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chowchilla Apartment is $895 at 617 W Santa Fe Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chowchilla Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chowchilla is starting from $660 at Merced Station.

What is the most affordable Chowchilla Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Chowchilla Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Castle Vista Senior Duplex Community and starts from $1,705.

Expert Rental Resources

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.