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6851 Albury St

9348 Blue Oak Dr

4059 Ridge St

9487 Dalton Way
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3576 Husch Way

9304 Orangevale Ave

6245 Longford Dr

9200 Madison Ave

2720 Riesling Way
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Fair Oaks, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Fair Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fair Oaks 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,036 | $1,595 | $2,650 |
| Fair Oaks 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,592 | $1,825 | $3,200 |
| Fair Oaks 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,977 | $2,550 | $3,695 |
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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. Sunrise Crossing Apartments in the Laureate At Anatolia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,256. 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 |
| Sunrise Crossing Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,256 |
| The Renaissance Apartments | The Milan | 1BR,1BA | $1,301 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fair Oaks, CA
As of May 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 2x1 Model at Winchester Place Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Cordova Meadows 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 |
| Winchester Place Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Gold Crossing Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Vintage Faire Apartments | 2x1GR | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 98Hundred | Maple | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.01 |
| Fairview Gardens | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| The Orchard Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Rollingwood Condominium Rentals | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Creekside Estates | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Gold Run Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Fair Oaks?
There are currently 228 Apartments for Rent in Fair Oaks, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,256 to $3,080. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fair Oaks ranging from $850 to $3,695.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fair Oaks?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fair Oaks ranges from $850 to $3,695 with an average monthly rent of $2,170.
Expert Rental Resources
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