Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fontana, CA from $400 (65 Rentals)

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property at 8026 Juniper Ave

$1,875

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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8026 Juniper Ave, Unit A, Unit A

8026 Juniper Ave
FontanaCA92336
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Mango Tree Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mango Tree Apartments

8021 Mango AveFontana, CA 92336
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Toscana Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Toscana Apartments

7806 Sierra AveFontana, CA 92336
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Hillcrest Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillcrest Apartments

8015 Citrus AveFontana, CA 92336
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Santa Fe Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Fe Villas

8014 Mango AveFontana, CA 92336
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Oakcrest Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakcrest Apartments

11650 Cherry AveFontana, CA 92337
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8861 Laurel Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

8861 Laurel Ave

8861 Laurel AveFontana, CA 92335
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Juniper Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Juniper Village

16700 Marygold AveFontana, CA 92335
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14850 Arrow Rt.
2 Bedroom Apartments

14850 Arrow Rt.

14850 Arrow RtFontana, CA 92335

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Arrow Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arrow Apartments

17450 ArrowFontana, CA 92335
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Suntree Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Suntree Apartments

1551 W Rialto AveFontana, CA 92335
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Mango Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mango Villas

7908 Mango AveFontana, CA 92336
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Lifestyle Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lifestyle Apartments

16324 Merrill AveFontana, CA 92335
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property at 7888 N Maple Ave

$1,800

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$1,800
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$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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7888 N Maple Ave

FontanaCA92336
property at 16029 Ceres Ave

$1,800

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$1,800
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1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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16029 Ceres Ave

FontanaCA92335

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Palm Court Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palm Court Apartments

8560 Oleander AveFontana, CA 92335
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Newport Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newport Village

17017 Merrill AveFontana, CA 92335
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Citrus Heights
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Citrus Heights

17923 Arrow BlvdFontana, CA 92335
property at 475 W Ramona Dr

$1,525

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475 W Ramona Dr

RialtoCA92376

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Fontana, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fontana, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/27/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Fontana, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fontana Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Southridge Village$2,817$1,41537

Cheapest Available Fontana Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fontana, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Harvest Glen in the Industrial Project Area neighborhood priced from $1,258. Country Village Apartments in the Southridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,415. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fontana apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harvest GlenTwo Bed Two Bath A2BR,2BA$1,258
Country Village ApartmentsShadow CreekStudio,1BA$1,415
Club RoyaleDiamond1BR,1BA$1,695
16405 Valencia AveAPT Type 11BR,1BA$1,700
Las Palmas Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,750
Cielo Vista Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,785
VILLAGE DRIVE APARTMENT HOMES1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,800
The Orchards 55+2X12BR,1BA$1,895
Maple Hill ApartmentsB2BR,2BA$1,905

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fontana, CA

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fontana area is the $2.40 price per square foot 3 Bedroom units Model at Solana Apartments in the in the West End Fontana neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Fontana apartment is the 2bd/2ba - Premium Model at Ironwood Apartments- Fontana, CA starting at $2,299 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Southridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fontana apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Solana Apartments3 Bedroom units3BR,2BA$2.40
Ironwood Apartments- Fontana, CA2bd/2ba - Premium2BR,2BA$2.42
Linden CourtThe Birch2BR,2BA$2.48
Arrow Apartments1 bed x 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.23
Acacia Gardens2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.27
Las Palmas Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.06
Warren St Family Village2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.49
Maple Hill ApartmentsB2BR,2BA$2.37
Cielo Vista Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.51
Club RoyaleDiamond1BR,1BA$2.47

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Fontana Overview

Boasting a population of well over 200,000 residents and located squarely in the heart of San Bernadino County, Fontana is a blue collar epicenter of the California scene. Offering close location to the scenic Santa Ana River and flush with amenities typical of a much larger city, this one-the-move municipality is a great option for anyone in the market for a new home on the west coast.

Why live in Fontana, CA?

For anyone desiring a working-class city on the west coast that has much to offer in regards to economic security, public parks and exciting nightlife options, look no further than a Fontana rental. Easy access to an assortment of major freeways makes Fontana a hub of the trucking industry, and increased expansion in the retail market in recent years has lead to a wide array of options when it comes to shopping. From impressive local schools to delightful eateries, this California city seemingly has it all.

Fontana, CA
Population: 213,739

Ranked #105

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fontana Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fontana?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fontana is at Country Village Apartments listed at $1,415.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fontana Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fontana Apartment is $1,485 at Country Village Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fontana Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fontana is starting from $1,258 at Harvest Glen.

What is the most affordable Fontana Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fontana Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Las Palmas Apartments and starts from $2,275.

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