
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fair Oaks, CA from $1,000 (57 Rentals)
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4059 Ridge St

8701 El Chapul Way

Fairview Gardens

San Juan Hills Apartments

Fair Oaks Senior

Northridge Terrace

Las Palmas Condominiums

Olive Court Apartments

6851 Albury St
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Sunrise Station

3576 Husch Way

2230 Baywater Ln

5213 Dredger Way, Unit Upper

The Meadows

Sunrise Crossing Apartments

River Oaks Apartments

The Crest at Citrus Heights (55+)

Gold Run Apartments

Birdcage Village
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Spring Creek Apartments

River's Edge Apartments

Rindle Ranch (55+)

Sierra Square

Edgewater

ReNew on Coloma

Creekside Estates

Greenback Gardens

The Renaissance Apartments

Oak Creek Village
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Zinfandel Ranch Apartments

Hazel Wood Apartments

Woodglen at the Meadows

Woodside Creek

Legacy Park Apartments

Normandy Park Senior Apartments

Terrace Apartments

Fountain Crest

6239 Pecan Ave

6124 Terrell Dr
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6124 Terrell Dr

Olive Square Apartments

Rivers Bend Apartments

Victory Villas

9304 Orangevale Ave

Rancho Cordova Apartments

Greenback Manor

Sunrise Meadows Apartments

6047 Woodminster Cir

Magnolia Place Apartments
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Fair Oaks, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fair Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Fair Oaks Studio Apartments | $1,517 | $1,256 | $2,074 |
| Cheap Fair Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $1,199 | $2,620 |
| Cheap Fair Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $1,400 | $3,030 |
| Cheap Fair Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,506 | $2,000 | $2,818 |
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Cheapest Available Fair Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fair Oaks, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 6124 Terrell Dr in the Chant neighborhood priced from $1,195. Sunrise Station in the Laureate At Anatolia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fair Oaks apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6124 Terrell Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Sunrise Station | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Meadows | The Maple | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Sunrise Crossing Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,256 |
| Gold Run Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Crest at Citrus Heights (55+) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Spring Creek Apartments | Spacious Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Rindle Ranch (55+) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,394 |
| Winchester Place Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Sierra Square | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fair Oaks, CA
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fair Oaks area is the $1.73 price per square foot Pine Model at Crosswood Park in the in the Chant neighborhood starting from $2,160. The second greatest value Fair Oaks apartment is the 2 Bed - 2 Bath Model at Rollingwood Condominium Rentals starting at $1,749 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the Outer Folsom Orangevale Fair Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fair Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosswood Park | Pine | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| Rollingwood Condominium Rentals | 2 Bed - 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| 6124 Terrell Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Winchester Place Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Gold Crossing Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Vintage Faire Apartments | 2x1GR | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Fairview Gardens | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Sunrise Center Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Creekside Estates | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Gold Run Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fair Oaks Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fair Oaks?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fair Oaks is at The Meadows listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fair Oaks Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fair Oaks Apartment is $1,199 at Sunrise Station.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fair Oaks Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fair Oaks is starting from $1,195 at 6124 Terrell Dr.
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