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

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8925 Juniper Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8925 Juniper Ave

8925 Juniper AveFontana, CA 92335
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Bennett
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bennett

8344 Bennett AveFontana, CA 92335
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16777 Reed St.
2 Bedroom Apartments

16777 Reed St.

16777 Reed StFontana, CA 92336
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9211 Wheeler Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

9211 Wheeler Ct

9211 Wheeler CtFontana, CA 92335

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8828 Wheeler Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8828 Wheeler Ave

8828 Wheeler AveFontana, CA 92335
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16929 Reed St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

16929 Reed St

16929 Reed StFontana, CA 92336
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8332 Nuevo Ave
Studio Apartments

8332 Nuevo Ave

8332 Nuevo AveFontana, CA 92335
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9107 Sierra Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

9107 Sierra Ave

9107 Sierra AveFontana, CA 92335
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17657 Mcwethy Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

17657 Mcwethy Dr

17657 Mcwethy DrFontana, CA 92336
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8036 Juniper Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

8036 Juniper Ave

8036 Juniper AveFontana, CA 92336
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9272 Olive St
3 Bedroom Apartments

9272 Olive St

9272 Olive StFontana, CA 92335

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Pepper Tree
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pepper Tree

9281 Pepper AveFontana, CA 92335
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9220 Wheeler Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

9220 Wheeler Ct

9220 Wheeler CtFontana, CA 92335
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9271 Wheeler Ct
Studio Apartments

9271 Wheeler Ct

9271 Wheeler CtFontana, CA 92335
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8939 Mango Ave
Studio Apartments

8939 Mango Ave

8939 Mango AveFontana, CA 92335
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9125 Pepper Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

9125 Pepper Ave

9125 Pepper AveFontana, CA 92335
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17582 Arrow Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

17582 Arrow Blvd

17582 Arrow BlvdFontana, CA 92335
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16740 Village
Studio Apartments

16740 Village

16740 VillageFontana, CA 92336
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8582 Tamarind Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8582 Tamarind Ave

8582 Tamarind AveFontana, CA 92335
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9231 Wheeler Ct
Studio Apartments

9231 Wheeler Ct

9231 Wheeler CtFontana, CA 92335
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9248 Olive St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

9248 Olive St

9248 Olive StFontana, CA 92335
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9221 Oleander Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

9221 Oleander Ave

9221 Oleander AveFontana, CA 92335

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8449 Palmetto Ave
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

8449 Palmetto Ave

8449 Palmetto AveFontana, CA 92335
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9033 Date St
Studio Apartments

9033 Date St

9033 Date StFontana, CA 92335
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9210 Pepper Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

9210 Pepper Ave

9210 Pepper AveFontana, CA 92335
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9127 Juniper Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

9127 Juniper Ave

9127 Juniper AveFontana, CA 92335
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8984 Olive St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8984 Olive St

8984 Olive StFontana, CA 92335
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9230 Wheeler Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

9230 Wheeler Ct

9230 Wheeler CtFontana, CA 92335
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Malaga Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Malaga Apartments

16995 Malaga StFontana, CA 92336
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8650 Nuevo Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

8650 Nuevo Ave

8650 Nuevo AveFontana, CA 92335

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Central Fontana, Fontana, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Orchards 55+1X11BR,1BA$1,575
Arrow Apartments1 bed x 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,920
Arborgate Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bath w/ Patio2BR,1BA$1,950
17015-17046 Ivy Ave2BR/1.5BA2BR,1BA$1,995
Las Palmas ApartmentsLas Palmas2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arrow Apartments1 bed x 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.10
Las Palmas ApartmentsLas Palmas2BR,1BA$2.49
17015-17046 Ivy Ave2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.43
Arborgate Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bath w/ Patio2BR,1BA$2.55
The Orchards 55+1X11BR,1BA$3.42

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Fontana, Fontana, CA

Ranked #6

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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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.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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