
Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Dorado County, CA from $600 (19 Rentals)
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El Dorado County, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Dorado County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado County Studio Apartments | $2,075 | $1,200 | $2,950 |
| El Dorado County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,309 | $1,375 | $7,245 |
| El Dorado County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,397 | $1,600 | $4,795 |
| El Dorado County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,802 | $1,995 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available El Dorado County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in El Dorado County, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cameron Ridge in the Cameron Park neighborhood priced from $1,449. Pleasant Valley in the Diamond Place neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Dorado County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,600 |
| The Highland Apartments | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Cameron Oaks | Residence 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,766 |
| Sierra Oaks | Lassen | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Dorado County, CA
As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Dorado County area is the $2.05 price per square foot Deerwood Model at Lake Forest at El Dorado Hills in the in the Governor Village neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value El Dorado County apartment is the 1BD 1BTH F3 Model at LeSarra starting at $2,537 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the The Promontory neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Dorado County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Forest at El Dorado Hills | Deerwood | 3BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| LeSarra | 1BD 1BTH F3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| 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 |
| Cameron Oaks | Residence 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Sierra Oaks | Lassen | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| The Highland Apartments | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| 579 James Ave, Unit 1 | 579 James Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Sierra Vista | Mount Rose | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Dorado County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Dorado County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Dorado County Apartment is $1,449 at Cameron Ridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom El Dorado County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Dorado County is starting from $1,600 at Pleasant Valley.
What is the most affordable El Dorado County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap El Dorado County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lake Forest at El Dorado Hills and starts from $2,499.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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