
Cheap Homes for Rent in Nevada City, CA from $1,000 (8 Rentals)
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108 Richardson St

654 Maltman Dr

121 E Empire St
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15287 Kingsbury Cir

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18728 Three Homes Rd

14625 McElroy Rd
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Nevada City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Nevada City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Nevada City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,185 | $1,800 | $2,500 |
Nevada City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,681 | $2,195 | $4,000 |
Nevada City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,894 | $2,695 | $3,100 |
Nevada City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,650 | $3,650 | $3,650 |
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Cheapest Available Nevada City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Nevada City, CA is a Studio unit found at Tourist Hotel in the Hetherington Place neighborhood priced from $675. Shasta Glen Apartments in the Edgewater neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nevada City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Tourist Hotel | Studio | Studio, | $675 |
Shasta Glen Apartments | 650 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Sandpiper Apartments | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nevada City, CA and Nearby
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nevada City area is the $1.36 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Gold Creek Village in the starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Nevada City apartment is the Townhome Model at Auburn Townhomes starting at $2,325 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Lariat Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nevada City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Gold Creek Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
Auburn Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
Northpointe Commons | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Lakeside Village | Lakeside Village Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Auburn Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
The Estate | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Lincoln Pointe Apartments | 2B/1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Sandpiper Cove | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Meadow Wood Condo Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Shasta Glen Apartments | 650 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nevada City
What type of rentals are currently available in Nevada City?
There are currently 66 Apartments for Rent in Nevada City, CA with pricing that ranges from $725 to $6,880. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Nevada City ranging from $1,000 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Nevada City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Nevada City ranges from $1,000 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,365.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Nevada City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Nevada City range from $1,900 to $3,289, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,195 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,449.
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