
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Johannesburg, CA from $700 (31 Rentals)
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Desert Oasis Apartments

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27172 Prospect St
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235 W Robertson Rd

601 E Ridgecrest Blvd

524 S Alvord St

1621 Sims St
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301 Panamint Ave

1024 W Atkins Ave

1018 Peg St

337 S Sunset St

424 N Alvord St
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421 N Helena St

2544 Brown Rd
Johannesburg, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Johannesburg?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Johannesburg Studio Apartments | $1,248 | $950 | $1,800 |
Johannesburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $850 | $2,596 |
Johannesburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,902 | $975 | $3,348 |
Johannesburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,359 | $1,085 | $3,708 |
Johannesburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $971 | $2,426 |
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Cheapest Available Johannesburg Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Johannesburg, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Desert Oasis Apartments in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood priced from $945. Norma Street in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johannesburg apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Desert Oasis Apartments | 1+1 Down - Regular | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Norma Street | $99 Move-in special *oac* | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Montara Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Sunset Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
209 E Grace St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Sunrise Vista Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Cordova Park | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,183 |
Maison's Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,346 |
Aurora Village II Senior Living 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Desert Heights | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johannesburg, CA and Nearby
As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Johannesburg area is the $1.29 price per square foot The Oro Grande Model at Barstonian in the starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Johannesburg apartment is the Three Beds Two Baths Model at Arbor on Date starting at $1,811 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Westview Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johannesburg apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Barstonian | The Oro Grande | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
Arbor on Date | Three Beds Two Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
Sienna Heights | Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
Norma Street | 3+2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.78 |
Park Circle Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
209 E Grace St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Sunrise Vista Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Montara Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Sunset Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
Desert Oasis Apartments | 1+1 Down - Regular | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Getting Around Johannesburg, CA
Walk Score®
6 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
8 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johannesburg Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Johannesburg Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Johannesburg Apartment is $945 at Desert Oasis Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Johannesburg Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Johannesburg is starting from $1,100 at 209 E Grace St.
What is the most affordable Johannesburg Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Johannesburg Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Desert Oasis Apartments and starts from $1,445.
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