
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Occidental, CA from $700 (42 Rentals)
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Shiloh Terrace

PARC STATION

Stony Brook

1639 Furlong Rd

The Palms at Coddingtown

Olympic Apartments

Heritage Place Boutique Apartments
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The Villages

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Vineyard Gardens
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Hopper Lane Apartments

Park Lane Villas

Park Vue

Colgan Creek

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Annadel

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Fiori Estates

Pullman Lofts

Santa Rosa Oaks
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Del Corazon

Redwood Meadow Senior Apartments

1447 Trombetta St

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Walnut Apartments

2076 Landen Ln

747 Fresno Ave

1625 Slater St
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Sendero Townhomes

Santa Rosa Avenue

9 10th St

1920 Lazzini Ave

726 Slater St

Hidden Garden Apartments

1501 La Esplanada Pl
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17475 Summit Ave

110 5th St
Occidental, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Occidental?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occidental Studio Apartments | $1,816 | $1,699 | $2,025 |
| Occidental 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,269 | $1,674 | $2,897 |
| Occidental 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $1,019 | $3,512 |
| Occidental 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $924 | $3,857 |
| Occidental 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,699 | $3,699 | $3,699 |
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Cheapest Available Occidental Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Occidental, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Aviara in the Cobblestone neighborhood priced from $924. Shiloh Terrace in the West Windsor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,019. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Occidental apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aviara | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $924 |
| Shiloh Terrace | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,019 |
| PARC STATION | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,674 |
| Walnut Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| The Palms at Coddingtown | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Olympic Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Heritage Place Boutique Apartments | 1 Br 1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Stony Brook | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,915 |
| Santa Rosa Avenue | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,923 |
| Stony Creek Apartments | Burgundy | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Occidental, CA and Nearby
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Occidental area is the $2.00 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at West End Townhomes in the in the Bellevue Ranch neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Occidental apartment is the Walkham 3x2.5 Model at Walkham Townhomes starting at $3,000 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Aston Avenue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Occidental apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
| Walkham Townhomes | Walkham 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.18 |
| Six1Five | 2x2 D | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| Park Lane Villas | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Shiloh Terrace | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Aviara | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Harvest Park Apartment Homes | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Vineyard Gardens | Chardonnay | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Vintage Ridge Apartment Homes | Alderwood | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Santa Rosa Avenue | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Occidental Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Occidental Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Occidental Apartment is $1,674 at PARC STATION.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Occidental Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Occidental is starting from $1,019 at Shiloh Terrace.
What is the most affordable Occidental Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Occidental Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aviara and starts from $924.
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