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Cheapest Available Nelson Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Nelson, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes priced from $468. 0632 - The Boardwalk Townhomes in the Downtown Chico neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $760. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nelson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$468
0632 - The Boardwalk TownhomesBedroom A3BR,1BA$760
Sierra Heights Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$790

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelson, CA and Nearby

As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nelson area is the $1.34 price per square foot 1521 Nord Ave Model at Nord Gardens in the starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Nelson apartment is the * Now Leasing* Spacious 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Townho... Model at Legacy Townhome - Spacious Townhomes starting at $2,125 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Downtown Chico neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nelson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Nord Gardens1521 Nord Ave4BR,2BA$1.34
Legacy Townhome - Spacious Townhomes* Now Leasing* Spacious 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Townho...4BR,2BA$1.33
The Four Seasons4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$1.06
Graduate Gardens**Available NOW - Move In Special** Graduate Ga...4BR,2BA$1.24
Cedar Park Apartments4 Bed 2 Bath Townhome Cedar Park I4BR,2BA$1.32
Senator Conness Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.31
Olive Ranch Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.31
626 W 1st Ave2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.36
Senior Apartments at B20Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.22
Sierra Heights Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nelson

What type of rentals are currently available in Nelson?

There are currently 64 Apartments for Rent in Nelson, CA with pricing that ranges from $468 to $2,980. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Nelson ranging from $595 to $3,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Nelson?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Nelson ranges from $595 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,898.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Nelson?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Nelson range from $719 to $2,490, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $2,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $659.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.