
Cheap Apartments for Rent in North Highlands, CA from $700 (204 Rentals)
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4548 Ashcroft Ave

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap North Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,331 | $1,150 | $1,732 |
| Cheap North Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $1,195 | $7,392 |
| Cheap North Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $1,245 | $9,260 |
| Cheap North Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,355 | $1,725 | $3,150 |
| Cheap North Highlands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,817 | $2,550 | $3,150 |
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Cheapest Available North Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in North Highlands, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 3729 Balsam St in the Robla neighborhood priced from $1,095. Barcelona in the North Edison neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Highlands apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3729 Balsam St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Barcelona | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Casa Lido Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Mesa Verde | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Villa Regia Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Coralaire Apartments | The Pine | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| 4400 Greenholme Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| The Continental | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,249 |
| 4552 Ashcroft Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Hillsdale Village | Move in and save! Get $1000 off your first mont... | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Highlands, CA
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Highlands area is the $1.40 price per square foot **LIMITED TIME "NEW-TO-MHP" APPLICANT SPECIAL** Model at Marconi Gardens Apartments in the in the Del Paso Manor neighborhood starting from $1,445. The second greatest value North Highlands apartment is the 2 bd 1 bath Upstairs Model at Rinconada Village starting at $1,475 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the North Edison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marconi Gardens Apartments | **LIMITED TIME "NEW-TO-MHP" APPLICANT SPECIAL** | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Rinconada Village | 2 bd 1 bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Madison | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 4400 Greenholme Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Redwood Square | 2x1 Bond | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Walnut Avenue Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 4552 Ashcroft Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Harlow by Trion Living | 1x1R | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Cypress Greens | 1 Bedroom ALL utilties Included. | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Magnolia Suites | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Highlands Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Highlands?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Highlands is at Mesa Verde listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Highlands Apartment is $1,095 at 3729 Balsam St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Highlands is starting from $1,245 at 4400 Greenholme Dr.
What is the most affordable North Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap North Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Madison and starts from $1,902.
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