Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Refugio Valley Neighborhood of Hercules, CA from $600 (9 Rentals)

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Victoria Green
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Victoria Green

163 Paradise DrHercules, CA 94547

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Vista Woods Senior
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Woods Senior

600 Roble AvePinole, CA 94564
Senior Living
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East Bluff Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

East Bluff Apartments

1813 Marlesta CtPinole, CA 94564
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Refugio Valley, Hercules, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Refugio Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Refugio Valley area of San Francisco, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Bayside Apartments priced from $1,798. Vista Woods Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,798. Here are the most affordable Refugio Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bayside Apartments2x1-B12BR,1BA$1,798
Vista Woods SeniorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,798
Casa del Sol2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Refugio Valley, CA

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Refugio Valley area is the $2.08 price per square foot 2x1-B1 Model at Bayside Apartments in the in the Tara Hills neighborhood starting from $1,798. The second greatest value Refugio Valley apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at D'Avila Woods Apartments starting at $2,675 with a $3.15 price per square foot in the Refugio Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Refugio Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bayside Apartments2x1-B12BR,1BA$2.08
D'Avila Woods Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.15
Casa del Sol2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.46
Appian Terrace2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.59
961 Barkley Ct, Unit A961 Barkley Ct2BR,1BA$3.00
The Villas at Harbor PointeMARINA1BR,1BA$2.73
Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.26
Heritage Grove Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.45
5523 San Pablo Dam Rd, Unit B5523 San Pablo Dam Rd1BR,1BA$3.70
Vista Woods SeniorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.62

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Refugio Valley, Hercules, CA

Ranked #13

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including Refugio Valley, Hercules, and the greater San Francisco area. 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 the best outdoor access, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Refugio Valley Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Refugio Valley?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Refugio Valley is under $2,675.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Refugio Valley?

The cheapest apartment in Refugio Valley is Vista Woods Senior which is listed at $1,798, while the average apartment in Refugio Valley costs $7,658.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Refugio Valley?

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 15 regular apartments in Refugio Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.