Cheap Homes for Rent in Nevada County, CA from $500 (14 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in Nevada County.

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property at 10061 Mills Rd

$1,650

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$1,650

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$1,650

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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10061 Mills Rd

Grass ValleyCA95945
property at 11876 Paradise Ln

$1,675

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$1,675

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$1,675

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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11876 Paradise Ln

Grass ValleyCA95945

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Cheapest Available Nevada County Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Coburn CrossingstudioStudio,1BA$2,100
Hilltop Commons Senior LivingThe SierraStudio,1BA$3,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nevada County, CA

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nevada County area is the $2.44 price per square foot 417 Main St Model at 417 Main St, Unit 417 in the starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Nevada County apartment is the one bedroom Model at Coburn Crossing starting at $2,300 with a $4.30 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Nevada County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
417 Main St, Unit 417417 Main St2BR,1BA$2.44
Coburn Crossingone bedroom1BR,1BA$4.30
Hilltop Commons Senior LivingThe SierraStudio ,1BA$7.47

Frequently Asked Questions about Nevada County

What type of rentals are currently available in Nevada County?

There are currently 106 Apartments for Rent in Nevada County, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,450 to $6,744. There are also 67 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Nevada County ranging from $500 to $4,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Nevada County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Nevada County ranges from $500 to $4,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,287.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.