Cheap Apartments for Rent in Napa, CA from $1,000 (29 Rentals)

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742 Jacob Ct

NapaCA94558

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460 Coombs St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

460 Coombs St

460 Coombs StNapa, CA 94559
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754-798 S Freeway Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

754-798 S Freeway Dr

754-798 S Freeway DrNapa, CA 94558
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Quail Run

1195 La Homa DrNapa, CA 94558
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Napa, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/24/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Napa, CA area range in price from $1,119 to $16,147 with an overall median price of $3,687. The three Napa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Linda Vista at $1,850, Union at $2,050, and Browns Valley at $1,800. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Napa Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Linda Vista$2,774$1,85012
Union$2,799$2,0506
Browns Valley$3,436$1,80031
West Napa$3,436$1,65042
Westwood$3,436$1,80026
South Napa$3,573$1,65042
Abajo$3,574$1,65041
Los Robles$3,574$1,65038
River East$3,574$1,80034
Alta Heights$3,699$1,59580

Cheapest Available Napa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Napa, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at River Trail Village in the Abajo neighborhood priced from $1,050. Hilltop Drive, 2991* in the South Napa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Napa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Trail VillageA - 2x22BR,2BA$1,050
Hilltop Drive, 2991*1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,750
Caritas Village23021BR,1BA$1,800
Bridgeview ApartmentsOne Bedroom Napa Apartment Close to Downtown1BR,1BA$1,800
Warren Street, 1151-1181*1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,900
GLEN VIEW APARTMENTSOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,965
Vineyard Townhomes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,050
Westview Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,100
Montrachet ApartmentsAuberge1BR,1BA$2,131
Creekside Park ApartmentsWoodland2BR,2BA$2,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Napa, CA

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Napa area is the $2.85 price per square foot Beringer Model at Vineyard Terrace Apartments in the in the East Napa neighborhood starting from $3,909. The second greatest value Napa apartment is the 2X1.5THL Model at Apartments on Cabot Way starting at $2,700 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the Abajo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Napa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vineyard Terrace ApartmentsBeringer3BR,2BA$2.85
Apartments on Cabot Way2X1.5THL2BR,1.5BA$2.65
Napa Creek Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.38
Lincoln Gardens Apartments2x2- First Floor2BR,2BA$2.70
Cadillac Flats Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.64
Alexander CrossingCalistoga1BR,1BA$2.91
Canyon Ridge at Napa Junction1 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan C1BR,1BA$2.46
Olive Tree ApartmentsKathleen 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.81
GLEN VIEW APARTMENTSOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.81
Hilltop Drive, 2991*1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.92

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Napa Overview

Known the world over as the heart of California's wine country, Napa is a wonderous and in-demand locale on the west coast. Offering sweeping views of the famous vineyards as well as much in the way of local culture and amenities, this hot spot is a must-consider for anyone serious about a California city to call their own.

Why live in Napa, CA?

Brimming with world-famous wineries and glorious natural scenery, an apartment in Napa is about as good as it gets when it comes to California living. With a consistently impressive local economy and more than enough of that sunny west coast cheer to go around, this thriving city makes an excellent place to work, raise a family, or retire.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Napa Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Napa?

The cheapest apartment in Napa is Hilltop Drive, 2991* which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Napa costs $3,687.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Napa?

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 132 regular apartments in Napa 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 Napa?

Cheap apartments in Napa have an average cost of $242 which is $3,445 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Napa.

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