
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Empire Center Neighborhood of Fontana, CA from $500 (79 Rentals)
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Newport Fontana

Las Palmas Apartments

Oasis Townhouse

8925 Juniper Ave

9211 Wheeler Ct

9272 Olive St

Date Street Apartments

8942-8952 Cypress Ave

Pepper Tree
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16336 Randall Ave

8828 Wheeler Ave

Pepper Ave Apartments

9107 Sierra Ave

8939 Mango Ave

17761 Citron Ave

9271 Wheeler Ct

9220 Wheeler Ct

9581 Juniper

9045 Chantry Ave
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Monterey Villa Apartments

9339 Olive St

9125 Pepper Ave

Pebblestone Apartments

16650 Randal Ave

9033 Date St

9221 Oleander Ave

16960 San Bernardino Ave

8949-8959 Sewell Ave

Holly Sierra Apartments
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9231 Wheeler Ct

8984 Olive St

9587 Juniper Ave

9230 Wheeler Ct

9241 Wheeler Ct

9127 Juniper Ave

16221 Ceres Ave

16713 Holly Dr

9248 Olive St

9389 Sierra Ave
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9210 Pepper Ave

Lifestyle Apartments

Newport Village

Ironwood Apartments- Fontana, CA

Acacia Gardens

Juniper Terrace

Fontana Avenue Apartments

Windrush Apartment Community

Acacia Apartments

The Merrill Manor Apartments
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Empire Center, Fontana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Empire Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empire Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,920 | $1,920 | $1,920 |
| Empire Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,105 | $2,025 | $2,195 |
| Empire Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available Empire Center Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Palmas Apartments | Las Palmas | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Las Brisas Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Empire Center, CA
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Empire Center area is the $2.31 price per square foot Las Palmas Model at Las Palmas Apartments in the in the Central Fontana neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Empire Center apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Las Brisas Apartments starting at $2,045 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Central Fontana neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Empire Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Palmas Apartments | Las Palmas | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Las Brisas Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
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