Cheap Apartments for Rent in Colton, CA from $300 (17 Rentals)

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Vista Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Pointe

2170-2192 N Rancho AveColton, 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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Crossings
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crossings

177 W South StRialto, CA 92376
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Blue Mountain Senior Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Blue Mountain Senior Villas

22627 Grand Terrace RdGrand Terrace, CA 92313
Senior Living
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Heritage Park Senior 55+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Park Senior 55+

303 W Merrill AveRialto, CA 92376
Senior Living
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Breezewood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Breezewood Apartments

3893 Kirkwood AveRiverside, CA 92501
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Wier Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wier Park

2605-2619 Flint WaySan Bernardino, CA 92408
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Country Club West
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Country Club West

422 Wier RdSan Bernardino, CA 92408
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Colton, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Colton, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/22/2025

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$3,500$1,35087

Cheapest Available Colton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Colton, CA is a Studio unit found at CENTREPOINTE in the East Colton Heights neighborhood priced from $1,455. Cottonwood Ranch in the Reche Canyon neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Colton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CENTREPOINTEStudioStudio,1BA$1,455
Cottonwood Ranch1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,500
Garden Springs 55+ Senior Apartments1A1BR,1BA$1,585
Trails at Grand Terrace1BD, 1BTH B1BR,1BA$1,606
Nova Pointe Apartments1x1 Deluxe1BR,1BA$1,630

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colton, CA

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Colton area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3481 Columbia Ave Model at 3481 Columbia Ave in the in the University neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Colton apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Oasis Townhomes starting at $2,475 with a $2.41 price per square foot in the Park Lane 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.
3481 Columbia Ave3481 Columbia Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
Oasis Townhomes2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,2.5BA$2.41
Ardella at Reche RidgeArroyo Renovated2BR,2BA$2.25
Cambria Park Apartments3BR 1.5 BA3BR,1.5BA$2.26
Trails at Grand TerraceMist2BR,1BA$2.42
Riverside Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.30
Casa MediterraniaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.21
Heights at Grand TerraceOne Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2.31
1079 Center St, Unit 11079 Center St1BR,1BA$2.43
Garden Springs 55+ Senior Apartments1A1BR,1BA$2.38

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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. 

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Getting Around Colton, CA

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colton Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Colton?

The cheapest apartment in Colton is Cottonwood Ranch which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Colton costs $3,500.

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 6 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 $384 which is $3,116 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Colton.

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