Cheap Apartments for Rent in Colton, CA from $300 (68 Rentals)

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property at 904 Fairway Ave

$1,448 - $2,048

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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904 Fairway Ave

ColtonCA92324

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Vista Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Pointe

2170-2192 N Rancho AveColton, CA 92324
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Four Seasons Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Four Seasons Apartments

551 E Laurel StColton, CA 92324
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Las Terrazas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Las Terrazas

1176 W Valley BlvdColton, CA 92324
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Las Brisas
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Las Brisas

2001 N Rancho AveColton, CA 92324
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property at 690 W 8th St

$1,650

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$1,650
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$1,650

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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690 W 8th St

San BernardinoCA92410

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Crossings
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crossings

177 W South StRialto, CA 92376
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Heritage Park Senior 55+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Park Senior 55+

303 W Merrill AveRialto, CA 92376
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Wier Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wier Park

2605-2619 Flint WaySan Bernardino, CA 92408
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505 Wier Rd Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

505 Wier Rd Apartments

505 Wier RdSan Bernardino, CA 92408
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Waterman Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Waterman Apartments

2634 Copper LnSan Bernardino, CA 92408
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Colton, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/14/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Colton, 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 Colton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Cooley Ranch$2,119$1,55078

Cheapest Available Colton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Colton, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Waterman Apartments in the Ward 3 neighborhood priced from $1,166. Springbrook Park Apartments in the University neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,549. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Colton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waterman Apartments1x1-bond1BR,1BA$1,166
Springbrook Park Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,549
Loma Villas ApartmentsPine-1SStudio,1BA$1,564
CENTREPOINTEStudioStudio,1BA$1,597
Trails at Grand Terrace1BD, 1BTH B1BR,1BA$1,606
Loma Vista Apartments1 Bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,645
Garden Springs 55+ Senior Apartments1A1BR,1BA$1,695
Terrace OaksThe Elm1BR,1BA$1,699
Las BrisasSmall 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700
Loma Linda SpringsPlan C1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colton, CA

As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colton area is the $2.00 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Grand Terrace in the in the Reche Canyon neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Colton apartment is the 1279 W 9th St Model at 1279 W 9th St, Unit Unit No. 3 starting at $1,900 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Colton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grand Terrace2x22BR,2BA$2.00
1279 W 9th St, Unit Unit No. 31279 W 9th St2BR,1BA$1.73
Canyon Villa2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.03
Cambria Park Apartments3BR 1.5 BA3BR,1.5BA$2.07
Ardella at Reche RidgeCrown Renovated2BR,2BA$2.14
Ardella at Reche CanyonJade Renovated1BR,1BA$2.15
Springbrook Park Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.94
Casa MediterraniaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.24
Heights at Grand TerraceOne Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2.27
Waterman Apartments1x1-bond1BR,1BA$1.73

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

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Colton Overview

Colton is a suburb of San Bernardino in SB County. With a population of close to 55,000, Colton offers residents a suburban lifestyle with plenty of parks, shopping, great places to dine, and outdoor recreation. There's even a family fun park. If you're looking for apartments in Colton, you'll find comfort, convenience, and diverse neighborhoods in a family-orientated community. What's more, if you like warm weather, you'll love the sunny, cloudless days of summer and mild winters in Colton. 

Why live in Colton, CA?

Colton is a lovely family-oriented suburban community in San Bernardino County. The Colton joint unified school district offers top-rated schools in the public school system for academic performance and equity. And a little over five miles away, you'll find the University of California, Riverside. In fact, within 50 miles of Colton, there are 75 colleges, making it an excellent place to live for both families and college students. Living in Colton offers excellent food, diverse culture, and plenty of outdoor adventure. You're only a couple of hours away from the ocean, Los Angeles, and national parks. There's a new adventure in every direction. 

Colton, CA
Population: 54,741

Ranked #709

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colton Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Colton?

The cheapest apartment in Colton is Waterman Apartments which is listed at $1,166, while the average apartment in Colton costs $2,119.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Colton?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 19 regular apartments in Colton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Colton?

Cheap apartments in Colton have an average cost of $345 which is $1,774 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Colton.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

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