
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Helena, CA from $900 (35 Rentals)
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2158 Placer St

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861 July Way, Unit #1

2926-2928 Favretto Ave

835 Shiloh Ct

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5561 Willow Rd, Unit 1

Manzanita Manor Apartments

830 West St
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1216 Trinity St

838 Mission De Oro Dr

1429-1431 Gold St

1033 West St

1918-1920 Chestnut St

1616 Willis St

410 Buckeye Terrace

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1300 Market St, Unit 206
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1707 Grand Coulee Blvd

2228 Shasta St

1067 South St

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1433 Mishka Ct, Unit 2 bedroom 950 sq ft

1765 Laurel Avenue, Unit Condo A

2714 Leland Ave

Shasta Pines

2119 Pine St
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21 Dorothy Wy

The Coho

1167 Orange Ave

2220 El Reno Ln

121 Dorothy Wy

911 Parkview Ave

1623 Magnolia Ave

1745 Pleasant St
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4325 Fort Peck St

1907 Grace

1144 Willis St
Helena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Helena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helena Studio Apartments | $1,116 | $1,100 | $1,150 |
| Helena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,187 | $950 | $1,400 |
| Helena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $1,000 | $2,200 |
| Helena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,861 | $1,550 | $2,235 |
| Helena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $1,525 | $1,525 |
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Cheapest Available Helena Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Helena, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Manzanita Manor Apartments priced from $1,100. Shasta Pines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Helena apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manzanita Manor Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Shasta Pines | Unit 20 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| River Knolls | PLAN B | 2BR,2BA | $1,785 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Helena, CA and Nearby
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Helena area is the $1.77 price per square foot PLAN B Model at River Knolls in the starting from $1,785. The second greatest value Helena apartment is the 2 bed 1 bath Model at Manzanita Manor Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.20 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Helena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Knolls | PLAN B | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Manzanita Manor Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Shasta Pines | Unit 20 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 5561 Willow Rd, Unit 1 | 5561 Willow Rd | Studio ,1BA | $2.75 |
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Helena is starting from $1,100 at Manzanita Manor Apartments.
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