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9487 Dalton Way

9304 Orangevale Ave

106 Persifer St, Unit 1
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9200 Madison Ave

910 Mormon St

5356 Elsinore Way

106 Persifer St, Unit 2
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Folsom?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folsom 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,396 | $1,675 | $2,895 |
| Folsom 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,939 | $1,825 | $5,500 |
| Folsom 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,375 | $2,870 | $4,500 |
| Folsom 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,912 | $4,400 | $6,950 |
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Cheapest Available Folsom Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Folsom, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mangini Place in the The Promontory neighborhood priced from $1,341. Hazel Wood Apartments in the Northridge Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Folsom apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mangini Place | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,341 |
| Hazel Wood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Rollingwood Condominium Rentals | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Folsom, CA
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Folsom area is the $2.04 price per square foot Tahoe Model at Overlook at Blue Ravine in the in the The Promontory neighborhood starting from $2,255. The second greatest value Folsom apartment is the Cherrywood Model at Lake Forest at El Dorado Hills starting at $2,199 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Governor Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Folsom apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overlook at Blue Ravine | Tahoe | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Lake Forest at El Dorado Hills | Cherrywood | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Bidwell Pointe | Serene | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| The Hills | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 612 Figueroa St, Unit peddlers Landing | 612 Figueroa St | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Grove Residences | The Valencia | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Preserve at Blue Ravine Apartments | A1 (Willow) | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Hazel Ranch | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Rollingwood Condominium Rentals | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Mangini Place | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Folsom?
There are currently 119 Apartments for Rent in Folsom, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,341 to $4,795. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Folsom ranging from $895 to $6,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Folsom?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Folsom ranges from $895 to $6,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,232.
Expert Rental Resources
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