
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elmira, CA from $900 (41 Rentals)
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Second Street Senior

Alamo Garden Apartments - Income Restrictions

One Lake Family Apartments

Vacaville Park Apartments

Elevate CA

Camden Parc

Lynwood Knolls
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The Sycamores

Round Hill Creek Apartments

Autumn Oaks Apartments

Oak & Ivy

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Waterscape

Sommerset

Avanti Apartment Homes

Hidden Creek
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The Mews at Dixon Farm

The Parc Apartments

Strada 1200

Montessa

Quinn Crossing Apartments

Creekside Gardens

731 Hydrangea Dr, Unit Hydrangea Cottage

ReNew Avery Park
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Arrive Vacaville

River Run Apartments

Villas at North Village

Southwood Place Apartments

Shasta Terrace

1801 Marshall Rd

5276 Trophy Dr

2001 Eastwood Dr
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Dixon Manor Apartments

518 West St

140 Cernon St

ReNew on Summerfield

Laurel Creek

Sandpiper Village Apartment Homes

579 Fir St

118 Yosemite Cir
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324 Cottonwood St
Elmira, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmira?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmira Studio Apartments | $1,877 | $1,595 | $2,091 |
| Elmira 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,145 | $1,449 | $2,829 |
| Elmira 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,434 | $1,723 | $3,369 |
| Elmira 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,170 | $1,984 | $3,996 |
| Elmira 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,304 | $4,229 | $4,329 |
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Cheapest Available Elmira Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elmira, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Second Street Senior priced from $1,723. Lynwood Knolls in the Alamo Place neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,765. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elmira apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second Street Senior | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,723 |
| Lynwood Knolls | 744-Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,765 |
| The Sycamores | Alder - Up | Studio,1BA | $1,780 |
| Round Hill Creek Apartments | Exec Studio, Fireplace | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Vacaville Park Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,884 |
| Sommerset | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,935 |
| Hidden Creek | Tuscanny | 1BR,1BA | $1,961 |
| Autumn Oaks Apartments | 2BD 1.5BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Elevate CA | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Mews at Dixon Farm | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmira, CA and Nearby
As of July 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elmira area is the $2.39 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at Sierra Vista in the in the Creekside neighborhood starting from $4,229. The second greatest value Elmira apartment is the B2 (Cambridge) Model at The Commons Apartments starting at $2,966 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Alamo Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmira apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Vista | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| The Commons Apartments | B2 (Cambridge) | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Autumn Oaks Apartments | 2BD 1.5BTH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.88 |
| Woodcrest Apartment Homes | Sylvan | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.32 |
| Morgan Park | Sullivan | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Waterscape | Harbor 1X1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| The Mews at Dixon Farm | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Vacaville Park Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Lynwood Knolls | 744-Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Second Street Senior | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmira Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elmira?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elmira is at The Sycamores listed at $1,780.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmira Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmira Apartment is $1,799 at Round Hill Creek Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elmira Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elmira is starting from $1,723 at Second Street Senior.
What is the most affordable Elmira Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elmira Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Mews at Dixon Farm and starts from $2,521.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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