
Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Dorado Hills, CA from $700 (21 Rentals)
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Vineyards at Valley View

Element 79

El Dorado Village

Copper Hill Apartments

3148 Arbor Vw Dr

KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY
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Mangini Place

Cameron Ridge

4551 Butterfly Ridge Dr

Cameron Oaks

The Highland Apartments

Glenview Apartments

Cambridge Gardens
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Sierra Oaks North Apartments

Sierra Oaks

910 Mormon St

9200 Madison Ave

Gold Oaks Apartments

301 1/2 Coloma St

2529 Greenwood Ln
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El Dorado Hills, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Dorado Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap El Dorado Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $1,325 | $3,495 |
| Cheap El Dorado Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,723 | $1,595 | $4,795 |
| Cheap El Dorado Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,824 | $1,765 | $3,265 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in El Dorado Hills, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the El Dorado Hills, CA area range in price from $1,325 to $4,795 with an overall median price of $2,909. The three El Dorado Hills neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Lakeridge Oaks at $1,475, Marina Woods at $2,330, and The Summit at $2,330. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for El Dorado Hills Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeridge Oaks | $2,696 | $1,475 | 24 |
| Marina Woods | $2,849 | $2,330 | 1 |
| The Summit | $2,849 | $2,330 | 1 |
| Windsor Point | $2,849 | $2,000 | 7 |
| Bramasole at Serrano | $2,899 | $1,325 | 49 |
| Oakridge Village | $2,899 | $1,948 | 49 |
| Ridgeview West | $2,899 | $1,341 | 72 |
| Serrano Village | $2,899 | $1,325 | 49 |
| Stonegate Village | $2,899 | $1,948 | 46 |
| Governor Village | $3,037 | $1,947 | 60 |
Cheapest Available El Dorado Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in El Dorado Hills, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY in the Cameron Park neighborhood priced from $1,325. Mangini Place in the The Promontory neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,341. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Dorado Hills apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Mangini Place | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,341 |
| Cameron Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,468 |
| Sierra Oaks | Lassen | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| Vineyards at Valley View | The Shenandoah | 1BR,1BA | $1,923 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Dorado Hills, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Dorado Hills area is the $2.40 price per square foot 2BD 2BTH G5 Model at LeSarra in the in the The Promontory neighborhood starting from $2,662. The second greatest value El Dorado Hills apartment is the 2 Bedroom B Model at Pique at Iron Point starting at $2,645 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the The Promontory neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Dorado Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| LeSarra | 2BD 2BTH G5 | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Pique at Iron Point | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Lake Forest at El Dorado Hills | Briarwood | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Cameron Oaks | Residence 2 Upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Cameron Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| El Dorado Village | The Redwood | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Talavera | A2 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Sierra Oaks | Lassen | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Mangini Place | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
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Best Local Schools in El Dorado Hills, CA
Oak Meadow Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Dorado Hills Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in El Dorado Hills?
The cheapest apartment in El Dorado Hills is KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY which is listed at $1,325, while the average apartment in El Dorado Hills costs $2,909.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in El Dorado Hills?
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 9 regular apartments in El Dorado Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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