
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Spring Valley Neighborhood of Martinez, CA from $1,600 (44 Rentals)
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Plum Tree Apartments

The Villages at Arnold

John Muir Town Homes

2220 S Crest Ave

3570 Pacheco Blvd

1157 Veale St

12-48 Yasemin Ct
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250 Arana Dr

116 Blue Ridge Dr

1900 Scenic Ave

28 Camino Del Sol

3115 Rose St

145 Orleans Dr

Village at Howe

241 Arana Dr
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Traditions at the Meadow

34 Adelaide Dr

136 Blue Ridge Dr

160 Arana Dr

3900-3910 Pacheco Blvd

1329 Santa Fe Ave

El Rey Apartments

2470 Bella Vista Ave
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226 Arana Dr

Muirwood

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The Hayden

Somerset Apartments

Hanson Court Apartments

Pacheco Adobe

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Wood Creek
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The Crest Pleasant Hill

Ellinwood Apartments

The Gate

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Brookside

106-108 Blackwood Dr

68-72 Camelback Ct

170 Ironwood Dr

Viking Park Apartments
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Sun Valley

Aspen Court Apartments

330 Golf Club Rd

Grayson Creek Apartments
Spring Valley, Martinez, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Spring Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Valley Studio Apartments | $1,675 | $1,600 | $1,750 |
| Spring Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $1,700 | $2,951 |
| Spring Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,716 | $2,000 | $3,350 |
| Spring Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,294 | $3,183 | $3,406 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Spring Valley Neighborhood of Martinez, CA.
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Cheapest Available Spring Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Spring Valley area of Martinez, CA is a Studio unit found at Sun Valley priced from $1,797. Muir Park Condos has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,945. Here are the most affordable Spring Valley apartments for rent in Martinez, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Valley | Residence 1 Upgraded | Studio,1BA | $1,797 |
| Muir Park Condos | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| Ellinwood Apartments | Ava | 1BR,1BA | $1,949 |
| Briarwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Valley Ridge Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,244 |
| Plum Tree Apartments | 1x1 - Large | 1BR,1BA | $2,379 |
| The Hayden | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,380 |
| Brookside | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,664 |
| Wood Creek | Evergreen | 2BR,2BA | $2,715 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Spring Valley, CA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Spring Valley area is the $2.56 price per square foot 2x2 A Partial Reno Model at The Crest Pleasant Hill in the in the College Park neighborhood starting from $2,855. The second greatest value Spring Valley apartment is the The Willow Model at Wood Creek starting at $2,730 with a $2.68 price per square foot in the College Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Spring Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crest Pleasant Hill | 2x2 A Partial Reno | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| Wood Creek | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| Muirwood | Residence 3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| 2009 Pacheco Blvd, Unit A | 2009 Pacheco Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Brookside | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Plum Tree Apartments | 1x1 - Large | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| The Hayden | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Briarwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Muir Park Condos | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Ellinwood Apartments | Mia | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Spring Valley, Martinez, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Spring Valley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Spring Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Spring Valley is Muir Park Condos which is listed at $1,945, while the average apartment in Spring Valley costs $3,294.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Spring Valley?
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 5 regular apartments in Spring Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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