
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fair Oaks, CA from $1,250 (102 Rentals)
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7829 Sayonara Dr

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Edgewater

Summer Hills

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fair Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Fair Oaks Studio Apartments | $1,479 | $1,250 | $2,015 |
| Cheap Fair Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $1,300 | $2,535 |
| Cheap Fair Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,014 | $1,400 | $3,255 |
| Cheap Fair Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,575 | $2,000 | $3,630 |
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Cheapest Available Fair Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fair Oaks, CA is a Studio unit found at The Meadows in the Chant neighborhood priced from $1,250. Coloma Garden Apartments in the Laureate At Anatolia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fair Oaks apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadows | The Maple | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Coloma Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Sierra Square | One Bedroom and One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Summerfield Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Gold Run Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Crest at Citrus Heights (55+) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Rindle Ranch (55+) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
| Spring Creek Apartments | Spacious Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Hazel Wood Apartments | Studio W/Patio | Studio,1BA | $1,410 |
| Creekside Estates | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fair Oaks, CA
As of September 13, 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 Curragh Downs 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 |
| 4922 Vir Mar St. | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Huntington Square | Juniper | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Winchester Place Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Furmint Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Gold Crossing Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Greenback Gardens | 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Fairview Gardens | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Creekside Estates | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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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 $1,350 at Coloma Garden Apartments.
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 $1,525 at Birdcage Village.
What is the most affordable Fair Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fair Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rollingwood Condominium Rentals and starts from $2,105.
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