
Cheap Apartments for Rent in North Highlands, CA from $700 (197 Rentals)
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McClellan Court Apartments

The Ridge at McClellan

Sierra Village Apartment Homes

4020 Tricia Way

Sierra Park

Corsair Park Senior Apartments

Norden Terrace Apartments

Summerwood Apartments

Woodfield Apartments
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Mesa Verde

Antelope Ranch

Augusta Terrace Apartments

Harrison Court Apartments

Glencole Apartments

4008-4008 Tricia Way

5324 Garfield Ave

Fairway Apartments

Madison

Redwood Square
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Carson Aire

Casa Lido Apartments

Sunset Crossing

Mayberry at Town & Country

SUR Apartments

Cornerstone Senior Apartments

4536 Ashcroft Ave

Coralaire Apartments

Barcelona

4548 Ashcroft Ave
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2408 Wulff Ln

Mallard Creek Apartments

Leisure Manor Apartments

Tuscana Court

Village Green Apartments

Owl Creek Apartment Homes

Pacific Oaks Apartments

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Westwood

2832 Sweet Way

Fulton Oaks Apartments
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The Quarter

2511 Edison Ave

The Edison

Azalea Court

Hastings Ranch

Palm Terrace Apartments

The Sandpiper Apartments

Logan Park
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North Highlands, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap North Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,382 | $1,150 | $1,751 |
| Cheap North Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $1,000 | $4,128 |
| Cheap North Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $1,200 | $5,139 |
| Cheap North Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,332 | $1,232 | $3,910 |
| Cheap North Highlands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,879 | $2,700 | $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 Fairway Apartments in the Mira Loma neighborhood priced from $1,000. Madison in the Foothill Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,067. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Highlands apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairway Apartments | 29 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Madison | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,067 |
| Redwood Square | 1x1 Bond | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Carson Aire | Traditional 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,142 |
| Casa Lido Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Mayberry at Town & Country | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| McClellan Court Apartments | It's Heating Up - But Our Prices JUST DROPPED!!! | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Mesa Verde | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| SUR Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Coralaire Apartments | The Pine | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Highlands, CA
As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Highlands area is the $1.81 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms Model at Mallard Creek Apartments in the in the Marconi North neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value North Highlands apartment is the 2Bed/1Bath Model at Marconi Gardens starting at $1,850 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Del Paso Manor 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mallard Creek Apartments | 2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Marconi Gardens | 2Bed/1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Rinconada Village | 2 bd 1 bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Walnut Avenue Apartments | 1x1 ( downstairs) | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Castle Hill Apartments | Oak | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Harlow by Trion Living | 1x1R | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Cypress Greens | 1 Bedroom ALL utilties Included. | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Casa Lido Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Madison | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Fairway Apartments | 29 | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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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 $1,000 at Fairway Apartments.
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 $1,272 at Madison.
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 $1,484.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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