
Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Dorado Hills, CA from $700 (24 Rentals)
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Sterling Ranch Apartments

Element 79

El Dorado Village

Lake Forest at El Dorado Hills

LeSarra

Copper Hill Apartments

Mangini Place
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The Highland Apartments

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Talavera

3180 Country Club Dr

Anindell Folsom 55+ Residences

Glenview Apartments

9304 Orangevale Ave
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KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY

Cambridge Gardens

910 Mormon St

Sierra Oaks North Apartments

Sierra Oaks

Gold Oaks Apartments

101 Cezanne Ln

811 1/2 Natoma St
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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 Studio Apartments | $2,015 | $1,990 | $2,040 |
| Cheap El Dorado Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,321 | $1,373 | $3,851 |
| Cheap El Dorado Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,730 | $1,875 | $4,795 |
| Cheap El Dorado Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,763 | $1,887 | $3,265 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in El Dorado Hills, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/12/2026Current apartment rentals in the El Dorado Hills, CA area range in price from $1,373 to $4,795 with an overall median price of $3,815. The three El Dorado Hills neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bramasole at Serrano at $1,720, Serrano Village at $1,720, and Ridgeview West at $1,373. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bramasole at Serrano | $2,800 | $1,720 | 44 |
| Serrano Village | $2,800 | $1,720 | 44 |
| Ridgeview West | $2,832 | $1,373 | 58 |
| Governor Village | $4,150 | $1,720 | 55 |
| Lakeridge Oaks | $4,150 | $1,475 | 19 |
| Marina Woods | $4,150 | $2,330 | 4 |
| Oakridge Village | $4,150 | $1,720 | 48 |
| Park Village | $4,150 | $1,373 | 55 |
| Stonegate Village | $4,150 | $1,720 | 46 |
| The Promontory | $4,150 | $1,373 | 66 |
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. Vineyards at Valley View in the The Promontory neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,720. 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 |
| Vineyards at Valley View | The Shenandoah | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
| Sierra Oaks | Lassen | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| Cameron Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,776 |
| Cameron Oaks | Residence 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,805 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Dorado Hills, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Dorado Hills area is the $1.81 price per square foot 2 Bedroom A Model at Pique at Iron Point in the in the The Promontory neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value El Dorado Hills apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at Mangini Place starting at $1,887 with a $1.58 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pique at Iron Point | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.81 |
| Mangini Place | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| LeSarra | 2BD 2BTH G2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Lake Forest at El Dorado Hills | Briarwood | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Talavera | A3 1x1 D | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Cameron Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| The Highland Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| El Dorado Village | The Redwood | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Sierra Oaks | Lassen | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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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 $3,815.
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 3 regular apartments in El Dorado Hills 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 El Dorado Hills?
Cheap apartments in El Dorado Hills have an average cost of $220 which is $3,595 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in El Dorado Hills.
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