
Cheap Homes for Rent in Martinez, CA from $1,700 (8 Rentals)
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385 Camelback Rd

175 W I St

1250 Escobar St
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1850 Lucille Ln, Unit Furnished Rental

1215 E 4th St

2108 Valente Cir

1115 Court St
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Martinez, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Martinez?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Martinez 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,822 | $2,345 | $3,500 |
Martinez 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,643 | $2,895 | $5,000 |
Martinez 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,234 | $3,700 | $10,000+ |
Martinez 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,900 | $9,900 | $9,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Martinez, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/31/2025Current apartment rentals in the Martinez, CA area range in price from $1,079 to $17,204 with an overall median price of $3,295. The three Martinez neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Muir at $1,690, Downtown Martinez at $1,690, and Maywood Village at $1,725. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Martinez Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Muir | $2,534 | $1,690 | 23 |
Downtown Martinez | $2,554 | $1,690 | 21 |
Maywood Village | $2,645 | $1,725 | 24 |
Eastgate | $2,830 | $1,690 | 50 |
Spring Valley | $3,145 | $1,818 | 147 |
Alhambra Valley | $3,910 | $1,690 | 127 |
Outer Richmond Martinez | $5,450 | $1,079 | 485 |
Cheapest Available Martinez Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Martinez, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Martinez Hillside in the Downtown Martinez neighborhood priced from $1,650. The Post Apartments in the College Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,712. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Martinez apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Martinez Hillside | Small 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
The Post Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,712 |
Muir Park Condos | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Martinez, CA
As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Martinez area is the $2.87 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Somerset Apartments in the in the Downtown Martinez neighborhood starting from $2,570. The second greatest value Martinez apartment is the B2 Model at Maris at Martinez starting at $2,443 with a $3.04 price per square foot in the College Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Martinez apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Somerset Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
Maris at Martinez | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.04 |
Wood Creek | Almondwood | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
Sun Valley Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
Viking Park Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
Cascara Canyon Apartments | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
Briarwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
Lotus Apartments / L87 | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
Vista Oaks | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
Muir Park Condos | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Martinez
What type of rentals are currently available in Martinez?
There are currently 343 Apartments for Rent in Martinez, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,690 to $5,913. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Martinez ranging from $1,700 to $10,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Martinez?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Martinez ranges from $1,700 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,467.
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