Cheap Apartments for Rent in Covina, CA from $500 (30 Rentals)

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Olive Tree Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Olive Tree Apartments

1220 W San Bernardino RdCovina, CA 91722
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Las Casitas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Las Casitas

321 S San Jose AveCovina, CA 91723
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Village Green
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Village Green

152 E Covina BlvdCovina, CA 91722
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514 S Barranca Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

514 S Barranca Ave

514 S Barranca AveCovina, CA 91723
property at 818 E Rte 66

$1,575 - $2,163

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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818 E Rte 66

GlendoraCA91740

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Village Glen Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Village Glen Apartments

633-663 S Pasadena AveGlendora, CA 91740
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Iris Gardens
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Iris Gardens

341-385 N Rockvale AveAzusa, CA 91702
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4046 Vineland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4046 Vineland Ave

4046 Vineland AveBaldwin Park, CA 91706
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Cameron Park
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Cameron Park

901-929 W Cameron AveWest Covina, CA 91790
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Tuscany Villas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tuscany Villas

1945 E Garvey AveWest Covina, CA 91791
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Arrow Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Arrow Apartments

705-713 E Arrow HwyAzusa, CA 91702
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Baldwin Park Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Baldwin Park Apartments

4040 Badillo CirBaldwin Park, CA 91706
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628 Lemar Park Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

628 Lemar Park Dr

628 Lemar Park DrGlendora, CA 91740

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Royal Palms
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Palms

618-620 W Route 66Glendora, CA 91740

Covina, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Covina, CA

Pricing Updated: 12/20/2025

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

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Covina$2,700$1,41521
Covina Valley$2,986$1,415161
Alderwood in Covina$2,996$1,41534
Charter Oak$3,049$1,415117

Cheapest Available Covina Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Covina, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vanllee in the Mount San Antonio College neighborhood priced from $1,495. Oasis Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Covina apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vanllee1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,495
Oasis ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,500
Townhouse CovinaStudioStudio,1BA$1,500
Tuscany VillasThe Capri1BR,1BA$1,525
Village GreenPlan AE - Upstairs1BR,1BA$1,578
Casa Madrid ApartmentsStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,650
Villa Santa Fe1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,695
South PointeStudioStudio,1BA$1,695
Sunset Square Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,725
364 E Badillo St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,749

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Covina, CA

As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Covina area is the $2.12 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Charter Oaks in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $2,699. The second greatest value Covina apartment is the 138 N Vecino Dr Model at 138 N Vecino Dr, Unit 138 N. Vecino Dr starting at $2,500 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Arrow Highway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Covina apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Charter Oaks2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.12
138 N Vecino Dr, Unit 138 N. Vecino Dr138 N Vecino Dr3BR,1.5BA$2.08
Casas Del Lago Apartments1 Bedroom + Den1BR,1BA$2.05
Woodglen Apartment Homes2A2BR,2BA$2.19
Covina Grand2X2ER2BR,2BA$2.24
Citrus GardensMedium 2 bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.03
Park Royal Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.13
Villa Santa Fe2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.26
Tribeca ApartmentsB2BR,1BA$2.36
Vanllee1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.30

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Covina Overview

Boasting an ever-growing population of over 45,000 residents, Covina is an ideally-situated California city, located just a 22 miles from Los Angeles. With the fitting slogan 'Where Friendship Is Tradition', this welcoming locale is an excellent way to get to know the sun-filled climate of the west coast, offering plenty of amenities such as highly-regarded schools, popular eateries and plenty of natural scenery.

Why live in Covina, CA?

With the local school district and medical center acting as major employers, Covina rentals offer a great way of life and a steady economic base. With plenty of that magical California ambiance to spare, this always-popular hub of activity does an excellent job of combining relaxed, family-friendly charm with nearby nightlife excitement.

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Getting Around Covina, CA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Covina Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Covina?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Covina is under $1,749.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Covina?

The cheapest apartment in Covina is Vanllee which is listed at $1,495, while the average apartment in Covina costs $2,932.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Covina?

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 12 regular apartments in Covina 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 Covina?

Cheap apartments in Covina have an average cost of $272 which is $2,660 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Covina.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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