
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elk Creek, CA from $500 (39 Rentals)
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1515 Highway 99 W

Westpark Plaza

Village at The Timbers

Walnut Tree Manor

The Timbers IV Group

Burnap Gardens Apartments

Joshua Tree Apartments

626 W 1st Ave
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El Sereno Apartments

Acacia Apartments

Campus Court Apartments

Stadium Village Apartments

Graduate Gardens

The Domicile @ West Sacramento

Eaton Village

Villa Risa Apartments

The Crossings
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Hidden View

1119 West Sacramento Avenue

La Vista Apartments

Foothill Manor Townhomes

824 Nord Ave

251 S Tehama St

7th Street Manor

Compass Point Apartments

Campus Place Apartments
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141 W Lassen Ave

The Grand Complex

Eastwood Gardens

1842-1844 Arcadian Ave

4184 Sherwood Ct

1928 Oleander Ave

3959 Cartwright St

1412 N Cherry St

421 W 6th Ave
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1320 Anita Ct

128 San Francisco St

436 Maple St
Elk Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elk Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elk Creek Studio Apartments | $1,300 | $750 | $1,794 |
| Elk Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $875 | $2,049 |
| Elk Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $695 | $1,895 |
| Elk Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $665 | $2,490 |
| Elk Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $599 | $2,980 |
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Cheapest Available Elk Creek Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elk Creek, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at Post on Nord in the Downtown Chico neighborhood priced from $779. 1515 Highway 99 W has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elk Creek apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post on Nord | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $779 |
| 1515 Highway 99 W | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Walnut Tree Manor | Upper Park | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Joshua Tree Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Eastwood Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Acacia Apartments | Comfortable 2BR/1BA Near Chico State & Downtown... | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Graduate Gardens | **NOW offering 2 BED Rates** Graduate Gardens | 2BR,2BA | $1,395 |
| Summer Village Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Campus Court Apartments | Wildcat | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Redwood Cove Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,420 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elk Creek, CA and Nearby
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elk Creek area is the $1.34 price per square foot 1521 Nord Ave Model at Nord Gardens in the starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Elk Creek apartment is the * Now Leasing* Spacious 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Townho... Model at The Legacy Townhomes starting at $2,125 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Downtown Chico neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elk Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nord Gardens | 1521 Nord Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| The Legacy Townhomes | * Now Leasing* Spacious 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Townho... | 4BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Redwood Glen Apartments | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Regency Townhomes | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| 2nd Avenue Square | 4 Bed 2 Bath Townhouse - Deluxe Upgrade | 4BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Graduate Gardens | **Available NOW - Move In Special** - Graduate ... | 4BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| 1119 West Sacramento Avenue | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Cedar Park Apartments | 4 Bed 2 Bath Townhome Cedar Park IV | 4BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| 747 W 4th Ave | 4 Bed 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 1515 Highway 99 W | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elk Creek Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elk Creek?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elk Creek is at Post on Nord listed at $1,414.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elk Creek Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elk Creek Apartment is $1,100 at 1515 Highway 99 W.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elk Creek Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elk Creek is starting from $1,195 at Walnut Tree Manor.
What is the most affordable Elk Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elk Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Summer Village Apartments and starts from $1,399.
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