
Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Dorado, CA from $700 (14 Rentals)
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306 S Church St

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El Dorado, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Dorado?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Studio Apartments | $1,737 | $1,500 | $1,925 |
| El Dorado 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,132 | $1,241 | $3,695 |
| El Dorado 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,503 | $1,488 | $4,795 |
| El Dorado 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,905 | $1,714 | $3,575 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in El Dorado, CA
Pricing Updated: 01/18/2026Current apartment rentals in the El Dorado, 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 El Dorado Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Oro Townhouses | $4,295 | $1,600 | 5 |
Cheapest Available El Dorado Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in El Dorado, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cameron Ridge in the Cameron Park neighborhood priced from $1,449. Bidwell Pointe in the Folsom Area 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 El Dorado apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Bidwell Pointe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| 306 S Church St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,600 |
| Sierra Oaks | Plumas | 2BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Dorado, CA and Nearby
As of January 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Dorado area is the $1.93 price per square foot 3BD 3BTH TH2 Model at Broadstone Villas in the in the The Promontory neighborhood starting from $3,399. The second greatest value El Dorado apartment is the 1BD 1BTH F3 Model at LeSarra starting at $2,460 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the The Promontory neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Dorado apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadstone Villas | 3BD 3BTH TH2 | 3BR,3BA | $1.93 |
| LeSarra | 1BD 1BTH F3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Lake Forest at El Dorado Hills | Cherrywood | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Bidwell Pointe | Serene | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Cameron Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| El Dorado Village | The Birch | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Atwell at Folsom Ranch | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Preserve at Blue Ravine Apartments | A1 (Willow) | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 306 S Church St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Dorado Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Dorado Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Dorado Apartment is $1,449 at Cameron Ridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom El Dorado Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Dorado is starting from $1,600 at 306 S Church St.
What is the most affordable El Dorado Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap El Dorado Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Overlook at Blue Ravine and starts from $2,549.
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