
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, CA from $500 (46 Rentals)
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1751 Eiffel St

Auburn Creek Apartments

167 F St

6600 Thousand Oaks Dr

Cerámica

Parkview I & II

Lincoln Terrace Apartments

Golden Village Apartments
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330 Susan Ct

506 Navigator Dr

2050 Sierra View Cir

2308 Las Palomas Loop

268 Phoenix Cir

The Easton

Springview Oaks Apartments

Crocker Oaks Apartments

The Everette
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Woodstream Townhomes

Stanford Heights

PINNACLE AT GALLERIA

Broadstone at Stanford Ranch

Fiddyment Apartments

Crescent Apartments

The Winsted at Sunset West

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Sutter Ridge

Emerald Pointe
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Prospera at Fiddyment

Meridian At Stanford Ranch

The Villages of the Galleria

Rocklin Ranch

The Brighton Apartments

Garnet Creek

The James

Venu at Galleria

Harvest at Fiddyment Ranch
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Campus Oaks Apartments

Ascent at The Galleria Apartment Homes

Terraces at Stanford Ranch

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Solstice at Fiddyment Ranch

Stanford Court Senior Living

The Oaks at Sunset Phase II

1230 Whitney Ranch Pkwy

Sunset Summit

The Mariah
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6216 Lonetree Blvd
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 | $2,352 | $2,257 | $2,438 |
| Cheap Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $528 | $2,641 |
| Cheap Lincoln 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,393 | $606 | $3,639 |
| Cheap Lincoln 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,907 | $676 | $4,367 |
| Cheap Lincoln 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,517 | $3,125 | $3,932 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lincoln, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/31/2026Current apartment rentals in the Lincoln, CA area range in price from $528 to $7,052 with an overall median price of $3,481. The three Lincoln neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Twelve Bridges Village at $528, Kinsley Hill at $528, and Foskett Ranch at $1,700. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twelve Bridges Village | $2,877 | $528 | 15 |
| Kinsley Hill | $3,125 | $528 | 57 |
| Foskett Ranch | $3,600 | $1,700 | 3 |
| Grandmere Station at Lincoln Crossing | $3,600 | $528 | 9 |
| Lincoln Crossing | $3,600 | $528 | 9 |
| Monte Vista | $3,600 | $528 | 9 |
| Sky Ranch | $3,600 | $528 | 9 |
| Lincoln | $3,850 | $528 | 226 |
Cheapest Available Lincoln Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lincoln, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gardens at Bella Breeze in the Monte Vista neighborhood priced from $528. Springview Oaks Apartments in the Stoneridge East Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lincoln apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardens at Bella Breeze | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $528 |
| Springview Oaks Apartments | Plan A 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Crocker Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Everette | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Sunset Summit | Mt. Hood | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Broadstone at Stanford Ranch | Touchstone | 1BR,1BA | $1,856 |
| Fiddyment Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,857 |
| The Easton | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,866 |
| Sutter Ridge | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $1,904 |
| Emerald Pointe | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, CA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln area is the $2.00 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Townhome Plan 6 Model at Campus Oaks Apartments in the in the Woodcreek Oaks neighborhood starting from $3,499. The second greatest value Lincoln apartment is the Elm + Loft Model at Vera at Fiddyment starting at $3,263 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Quail Glen 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Oaks Apartments | 4 Bedroom Townhome Plan 6 | 4BR,4BA | $2.00 |
| Vera at Fiddyment | Elm + Loft | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.32 |
| Tricon Twelve Bridges | Duet A | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.32 |
| PINNACLE AT GALLERIA | Shasta | 3BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Cyrene at Meadowlands - Single Family Homes for Rent | Maple | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.30 |
| Ascent at The Galleria Apartment Homes | The Verona | 3BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| The Brighton Apartments | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Stanford Heights | Randall | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| The Easton | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Gardens at Bella Breeze | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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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 Gardens at Bella Breeze which is listed at $528, while the average apartment in Lincoln costs $3,481.
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 4 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 $152 which is $3,329 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lincoln.
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