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Elk Creek, CA Local Guide

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 $871. Compass Point Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elk Creek apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Post on NordD14BR,4BA$871
Compass Point ApartmentsOne Bed2BR,1BA$1,045
The Grand Complex1x11BR,1BA$1,050
Eastwood GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,095
Walnut Tree Manor5 Mile - Upgraded1BR,1BA$1,145

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elk Creek, CA and Nearby

As of September 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elk Creek area is the $1.27 price per square foot 1521 Nord Ave Model at Nord Gardens in the starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Elk Creek apartment is the 4 Bedroom Model at Redwood Glen Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.24 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Nord Gardens1521 Nord Ave4BR,2BA$1.27
Redwood Glen Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.24
Graduate Gardens**Available NOW** Graduate Gardens (w/ Yard)4BR,2BA$1.31
1119 West Sacramento Avenue4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$1.08
Regency TownhomesLimited Time Special – Huge 4 Bedroom Apartment...3BR,2BA$1.22
Foothill Manor TownhomesThree Bedroom Two ½ Bathroom Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.43
Summer Village ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.39
AMG Townhomes3 Bedroom Townhouse3BR,2BA$1.45
Creekview Homes3 bedroom 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.50
626 W 1st Ave**Available NOW** 626 W. 1st Ave**!!2BR,1.5BA$1.31

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Elk Creek, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elk Creek

What type of rentals are currently available in Elk Creek?

There are currently 54 Apartments for Rent in Elk Creek, CA with pricing that ranges from $539 to $2,980. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elk Creek ranging from $900 to $3,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elk Creek?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elk Creek ranges from $900 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,710.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Elk Creek?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Elk Creek range from $665 to $2,295, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.

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