Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alhambra Valley Neighborhood of Martinez, CA from $1,500 (51 Rentals)

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Martinez Hillside
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$1,661 - $2,101
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Martinez Hillside

90 F StMartinez, CA 94553
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Vista Oaks
$2,449 - $5,861
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Vista Oaks

3883 Vista Oaks DrMartinez, CA 94553
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John Muir Town Homes
Studio Apartments

John Muir Town Homes

118 Wawona CirMartinez, CA 94553
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

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841 Robinson StMartinez, CA 94553
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2220 S Crest Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2220 S Crest Ave

2220 S Crest AveMartinez, CA 94553

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116 Blue Ridge Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

116 Blue Ridge Dr

116 Blue Ridge DrMartinez, CA 94553
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111-125 C St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

111-125 C St

111-125 C StMartinez, CA 94553
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1410 Berrellesa St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1410 Berrellesa St

1410 Berrellesa StMartinez, CA 94553
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1157 Veale St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1157 Veale St

1157 Veale StMartinez, CA 94553
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250 Arana Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

250 Arana Dr

250 Arana DrMartinez, CA 94553
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3570 Pacheco Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3570 Pacheco Blvd

3570 Pacheco BlvdMartinez, CA 94553
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34 Adelaide Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

34 Adelaide Dr

34 Adelaide DrMartinez, CA 94553
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Village at Howe
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Village at Howe

1044 Santa Fe AveMartinez, CA 94553

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28 Camino Del Sol
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

28 Camino Del Sol

28 Camino Del SolMartinez, CA 94553
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3115 Rose St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3115 Rose St

3115 Rose StMartinez, CA 94553
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407 J St
1 Bedroom Apartments

407 J St

407 J StMartinez, CA 94553
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241 Arana Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

241 Arana Dr

241 Arana DrMartinez, CA 94553
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145 Orleans Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

145 Orleans Dr

145 Orleans DrMartinez, CA 94553
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Martinez Triplex
1 Bedroom Apartments

Martinez Triplex

2118 Castro StMartinez, CA 94553
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534 Allen St
1 Bedroom Apartments

534 Allen St

534 Allen StMartinez, CA 94553
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817 Robinson St
2 Bedroom Apartments

817 Robinson St

817 Robinson StMartinez, CA 94553

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1329 Santa Fe Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1329 Santa Fe Ave

1329 Santa Fe AveMartinez, CA 94553
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226 Arana Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

226 Arana Dr

226 Arana DrMartinez, CA 94553
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El Rey Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

El Rey Apartments

45 Camino Del SolMartinez, CA 94553
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160 Arana Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

160 Arana Dr

160 Arana DrMartinez, CA 94553
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424-436 Allen St
Studio Apartments

424-436 Allen St

424-436 Allen StMartinez, CA 94553

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The Hayden
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hayden

486 Morello AveMartinez, CA 94553
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Muirwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Muirwood

620 Center AveMartinez, CA 94553
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Towne Center Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Towne Center Apartments

400 Soto StMartinez, CA 94553
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Pacheco Adobe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacheco Adobe

50 Arthur RdMartinez, CA 94553
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170 Ironwood Dr
3 Bedroom Apartments

170 Ironwood Dr

170 Ironwood DrPacheco, CA 94553

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Alhambra Valley, Martinez, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Alhambra Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alhambra Valley area of Martinez, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Martinez Hillside priced from $1,661. Lotus Apartments / L87 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here are the most affordable Alhambra Valley apartments for rent in Martinez, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Martinez HillsideSmall 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,661
Lotus Apartments / L87StudioStudio,1BA$1,725
Muir Park Condos1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,945
Regency Plaza Apartments1x1 - Large1BR,1BA$2,034
Ridgecrest Apartment HomesResidence 11BR,1BA$2,097
Valley Ridge Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$2,204
Plum Tree Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,349
Vista Oaks1B1BR,1BA$2,449
The Hayden2x12BR,1BA$2,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alhambra Valley, CA

As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alhambra Valley area is the $2.86 price per square foot Residence 3 Model at Muirwood in the in the Downtown Martinez neighborhood starting from $2,719. The second greatest value Alhambra Valley apartment is the 2x1 Model at The Hayden starting at $2,695 with a $2.98 price per square foot in the Alhambra Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alhambra Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
MuirwoodResidence 32BR,2BA$2.86
The Hayden2x12BR,1BA$2.98
1501 Berrellesa St, Unit 15011501 Berrellesa St2BR,1.5BA$2.89
Vista Oaks1B1BR,1BA$3.66
Plum Tree Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.61
Muir Park Condos1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.02
Regency Plaza Apartments1x1 - Large1BR,1BA$3.28
Ridgecrest Apartment HomesResidence 11BR,1BA$3.43
Valley Ridge Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.70
Martinez HillsideSmall 1 Bed 0.75 Bath1BR,1BA$3.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Alhambra Valley, Martinez, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Martinez. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alhambra Valley Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alhambra Valley Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alhambra Valley Apartment is $1,661 at Martinez Hillside.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alhambra Valley Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alhambra Valley is starting from $2,295 at Muir Park Condos.

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