
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Challenger Neighborhood of Lancaster, CA from $500 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Challenger area of Lancaster.


45426 10th St W

Arbor Grove Apartments - SENIOR LIVING

Cedar Town Square

Arbor Fields

Casa Bonita

Parkwood Apartments

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Arbor on Date

44290 Glenraven Rd

Maison's Sierra

44720 Gadsden Ave, Unit A3

1628 Cactus Dr

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45420 5th St E

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Sagebrush 1

45421 Cedar Ave
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316 W Kettering St

Somerset Townhomes

45104 Date

1647 Orchid Ln

44725 Beech Ave

411 W Ave J-5
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Challenger, Lancaster, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Challenger?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $1,088 | $2,407 |
| Challenger 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $1,495 | $2,100 |
| Challenger 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,859 | $1,631 | $2,200 |
| Challenger 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,395 | $2,395 | $2,395 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Challenger Neighborhood of Lancaster, CA.
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Cheapest Available Challenger Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Challenger area of Lancaster, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arbor Grove Apartments - SENIOR LIVING priced from $1,088. Downtown Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Challenger apartments for rent in Lancaster, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Grove Apartments - SENIOR LIVING | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,088 |
| Downtown Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Arbor Fields | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Casa Bonita | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Parkwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Windrose Apartments | 2x1.5 840 | 2BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Park Circle Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,560 |
| Arbor on Date | Three Beds One Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,631 |
| Maison's Sierra | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,753 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Challenger, CA
As of May 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Challenger area is the $1.60 price per square foot Three Beds Two Baths Model at Arbor on Date in the in the Westview Estates neighborhood starting from $1,811. The second greatest value Challenger apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at Cedar Ridge Apartments starting at $1,720 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Tierra Del Sol neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Challenger apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor on Date | Three Beds Two Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Arbor Fields | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Park Circle Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Windrose Apartments | 2x1.5 840 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
| Casa Bonita | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Parkwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Maison's Sierra | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Arbor Grove Apartments - SENIOR LIVING | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Downtown Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Challenger Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Challenger?
The cheapest apartment in Challenger is Arbor Grove Apartments - SENIOR LIVING which is listed at $1,088, while the average apartment in Challenger costs $2,395.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Challenger?
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 11 regular apartments in Challenger 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 Challenger?
Cheap apartments in Challenger have an average cost of $835 which is $1,560 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Challenger.
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