
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Fontana Neighborhood of Fontana, CA from $400 (89 Rentals)
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Newport Fontana

Arborgate Apartments

Las Palmas Apartments

Stonegate

8925 Juniper Ave

Casa Linda Apartments

Bennett

16777 Reed St.

9211 Wheeler Ct
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8942-8952 Cypress Ave

8828 Wheeler Ave

16929 Reed St

8332 Nuevo Ave

9107 Sierra Ave

17657 Mcwethy Dr

Date Street Apartments

8036 Juniper Ave

16171 Foothill Blvd

9272 Olive St
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Pepper Ave Apartments

16336 Randall Ave

Pepper Tree

9220 Wheeler Ct

9045 Chantry Ave

9271 Wheeler Ct

8939 Mango Ave

16650 Randal Ave

8529 Oleander Ave

9125 Pepper Ave
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17582 Arrow Blvd

16120 Whittram Ct

Nuevo Apartments

16740 Village

8582 Tamarind Ave

9231 Wheeler Ct

8949-8959 Sewell Ave

8529-8551 Wheeler Ave

9248 Olive St

9221 Oleander Ave
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17441 Orange Way

8449 Palmetto Ave

9033 Date St

9210 Pepper Ave

9127 Juniper Ave

8321-8335 Bennett Ave

8984 Olive St

9230 Wheeler Ct

Malaga Apartments

8650 Nuevo Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Fontana?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Fontana Studio Apartments | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Central Fontana 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $1,575 | $2,175 |
| Central Fontana 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $1,930 | $2,285 |
| Central Fontana 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,560 | $2,300 | $2,795 |
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There are currently 89 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Fontana Neighborhood of Fontana, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Fontana Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Fontana area of Riverside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Orchards 55+ priced from $1,575. Arrow Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,920. Here are the most affordable Central Fontana apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Orchards 55+ | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Arrow Apartments | 1 bed x 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,920 |
| Arborgate Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath w/ Patio | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 17015-17046 Ivy Ave | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Las Palmas Apartments | Las Palmas | 2BR,1BA | $2,102 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Fontana, CA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Fontana area is the $2.10 price per square foot 1 bed x 1 bath Model at Arrow Apartments in the in the Central Fontana neighborhood starting from $1,920. The second greatest value Central Fontana apartment is the Las Palmas Model at Las Palmas Apartments starting at $2,102 with a $2.49 price per square foot in the Central Fontana neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Fontana apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrow Apartments | 1 bed x 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Las Palmas Apartments | Las Palmas | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 17015-17046 Ivy Ave | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.43 |
| Arborgate Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath w/ Patio | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| The Orchards 55+ | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Fontana, Fontana, CA
Ranked #6
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California, including Fontana. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Fontana Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Fontana Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Fontana Apartment is $1,575 at The Orchards 55+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Fontana Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Fontana is starting from $1,950 at Arborgate Apartments.
What is the most affordable Central Fontana Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Fontana Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arrow Apartments and starts from $2,563.
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