
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, CA from $1,077 (48 Rentals)
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167 F St

Cerámica

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Parkview I & II

Lincoln Terrace Apartments

Golden Village Apartments

2308 Las Palomas Loop

455 R St
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893 Equinox Loop

316 Phoenix Cir

2973 Bowery Ln

1741 Richard Ct

Stanford Court Senior Living

The Easton

Springview Oaks Apartments

Crocker Oaks Apartments

The Everette
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Stanford Heights

Rocklin Gold

Meridian At Stanford Ranch

Venu at Galleria

Broadstone at Stanford Ranch

Fiddyment Apartments

Woodstream Townhomes

PROSPERA AT FIDDYMENT

Emerald Pointe
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Sutter Ridge

Crescent Apartments

Ascent at The Galleria Apartment Homes

PINNACLE AT GALLERIA

The Winsted at Sunset West

Rocklin Ranch

The Villages of the Galleria

Harvest at Fiddyment Ranch

The Brighton Apartments
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Garnet Creek

The James

Campus Oaks Apartments

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Montessa at Whitney Ranch

Terraces at Stanford Ranch

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Solstice at Fiddyment Ranch

TERRACES AT STANFORD RANCH II

The Oaks at Sunset Phase II

Sunset Summit
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The Mariah

1608 Poppy Cir

3014 Crestwood Way
Lincoln, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lincoln?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Lincoln Studio Apartments | $2,175 | $1,853 | $2,401 |
| Cheap Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,026 | $1,077 | $2,626 |
| Cheap Lincoln 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,398 | $1,266 | $3,600 |
| Cheap Lincoln 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,111 | $1,895 | $4,289 |
| Cheap Lincoln 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,555 | $2,918 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lincoln, CA
Pricing Updated: 08/31/2026Current apartment rentals in the Lincoln, CA area range in price from $1,077 to $4,289 with an overall median price of $2,375. The three Lincoln neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Foskett Ranch at $2,000, Twelve Bridges Village at $2,205, and Kinsley Hill at $2,210. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lincoln Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foskett Ranch | $2,000 | $1,800 | 1 |
| Twelve Bridges Village | $2,205 | $1,077 | 21 |
| Kinsley Hill | $2,210 | $1,077 | 66 |
| Lincoln | $2,321 | $1,077 | 251 |
| Grandmere Station at Lincoln Crossing | $2,994 | $1,800 | 10 |
| Lincoln Crossing | $3,119 | $1,800 | 10 |
| Monte Vista | $3,119 | $1,800 | 10 |
| Sky Ranch | $3,119 | $1,800 | 10 |
Cheapest Available Lincoln Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lincoln, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stanford Court Senior Living in the Black Oak neighborhood priced from $1,077. The Easton in the Stoneridge East Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,599. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lincoln apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford Court Senior Living | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,077 |
| The Easton | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Springview Oaks Apartments | Plan A 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Crocker Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,645 |
| Stanford Heights | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,740 |
| Rocklin Gold | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,770 |
| Meridian At Stanford Ranch | Meridiano | 1BR,1BA | $1,835 |
| Sunset Summit | Mt. Shasta | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Broadstone at Stanford Ranch | Touchstone | 1BR,1BA | $1,853 |
| Fiddyment Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,857 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, CA
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln area is the $1.62 price per square foot 3BED/2.5BATH Model at Rocklin Sunset Townhomes in the in the Stoneridge East Village neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Lincoln apartment is the Duet A Model at Tricon Twelve Bridges starting at $2,999 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Lincoln neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lincoln apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocklin Sunset Townhomes | 3BED/2.5BATH | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
| Tricon Twelve Bridges | Duet A | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.28 |
| Woodstream Townhomes | Maple | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.32 |
| Harvest at Fiddyment Ranch | C | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
| The Brighton Apartments | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Sunset Summit | Mt. Lassen | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Rocklin Gold | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Ascent at The Galleria Apartment Homes | The Milano | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Springview Oaks Apartments | Plan A 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Stanford Court Senior Living | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lincoln Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lincoln?
The cheapest apartment in Lincoln is Stanford Court Senior Living which is listed at $1,077, while the average apartment in Lincoln costs $2,375.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lincoln?
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 3 regular apartments in Lincoln 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 Lincoln?
Cheap apartments in Lincoln have an average cost of $171 which is $2,204 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lincoln.
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