
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Imperial, CA from $600 (22 Rentals)
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Villa Lara

Barioni Apartments

Imperial Gardens

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The Courtyard

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749-753 W Olive Ave

Rye

Pioneer Park

154 W Brighton Ave

733 Broadway St

746-752 Broadway Ave

7th and Adams
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1000-1014 Woodward Ave

481 W Commercial Ave

Posada del Sol Apartments 1-4

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El Centro Senior Villas II
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Imperial?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,743 | $1,150 | $1,879 |
| Imperial 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,001 | $1,345 | $2,379 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Imperial, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Imperial, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Imperial Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Savanna Ranch | $2,079 | $1,195 | 30 |
Cheapest Available Imperial Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Imperial, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sunrise Apartments priced from $1,100. Town Center Villas in the Savanna Ranch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,629. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Imperial apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Town Center Villas | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,629 |
| The Courtyard | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,754 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Imperial, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Imperial area is the $1.73 price per square foot 618 El Centro Ave Model at 618 El Centro Ave, Unit 4 in the in the Legacy Ranch neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Imperial apartment is the One Bedroom - One Bath Model at Town Center Villas starting at $1,629 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Savanna Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Imperial apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 618 El Centro Ave, Unit 4 | 618 El Centro Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Town Center Villas | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| The Courtyard | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 309 W Barioni Blvd | 309 W Barioni Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| 1510 W Orange Ave, Unit 1510 Orange Avenue | 1510 W Orange Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Sunrise Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Imperial Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Imperial Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Imperial Apartment is $1,100 at Sunrise Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Imperial Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Imperial is starting from $1,954 at The Courtyard.
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