
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho San Rafael Neighborhood of Glendale, CA from $1,100 (70 Rentals)
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407 Naranja Dr

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383 Harvey Dr, Unit B

Isabel Apartments, LLC

Elk Villas

Verdugo Apartments

2612 E Chevy Chase Dr

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1419 E California Ave, Unit Apt B

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1117 E California Ave

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811 N Adams St, Unit A
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1427 Rock Glen Ave, Unit 9

1401 E Broadway

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518 Naranja Dr, Unit 518

318-320 S Chevy Chase Dr

403 Griswold St, Unit C

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1145 E Wilson Ave, Unit 1

2121 N Verdugo Rd

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1515 E Colorado St

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410 S Glendale Ave

Verdugo Plaza Apartments

1134-1138 E Elk Ave

243-245 N Adams St

Ace 121 Apartments

406 Piedmont Ave

1116 E Lexington Dr

1140 E Elk Ave

616 Granada St

719 Orange Grove Ave
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228 S Kenwood St

Villa Las Palmas

339 N Howard St

609 S Adams St

1129-1131 E California Ave

927 E Lexington Dr

1717-1719 Holly Dr

Jackson Apartments

Kenwood Arms

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124 N Adams

Morgan Court

1133 Campbell St

Glendale Flats

315-319 N Howard St

Stanely Gardens

109 N Adams St

211 North Isabel

lex122

321 N Cedar St
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Rancho San Rafael, Glendale, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho San Rafael?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho San Rafael Studio Apartments | $1,605 | $1,475 | $1,850 |
| Rancho San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $1,600 | $3,795 |
| Rancho San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,999 | $1,990 | $4,200 |
| Rancho San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,703 | $3,195 | $4,950 |
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Cheapest Available Rancho San Rafael Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho San Rafael area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Isabel Apartments, LLC priced from $1,525. Verdugo Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Rancho San Rafael apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isabel Apartments, LLC | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Verdugo Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| LA Colorado Terrace - A Senior 55+ Community | Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 1401 E Broadway | 1405-4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Rafael, CA
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho San Rafael area is the $2.20 price per square foot Unit 102 Model at Belmont Plaza Apartment in the in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Rancho San Rafael apartment is the 3-Bedroom Model at 800 E Wilson Ave starting at $3,195 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho San Rafael apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Plaza Apartment | Unit 102 | 3BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| 800 E Wilson Ave | 3-Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.70 |
| Orange Grove, 1232-1234 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| 330 E Fairview Ave, Unit 4 | 330 E Fairview Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| 1145 E Wilson Ave, Unit 1 | 1145 E Wilson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 1427 Rock Glen Ave, Unit 9 | 1427 Rock Glen Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 2121 N Verdugo Rd | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 1401 E Broadway | 1405-4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 811 N Adams St, Unit A | 811 N Adams St | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| 1117 E California Ave | 1117 E California Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Rancho San Rafael, Glendale, and the greater Los Angeles area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rancho San Rafael Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rancho San Rafael?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rancho San Rafael is under $1,900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rancho San Rafael?
The cheapest apartment in Rancho San Rafael is Isabel Apartments, LLC which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in Rancho San Rafael costs $3,807.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rancho San Rafael?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Rancho San Rafael that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Rancho San Rafael?
Cheap apartments in Rancho San Rafael have an average cost of $265 which is $3,542 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rancho San Rafael.
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