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Casa Corona
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Corona

1621-1681 N Baker AveOntario, CA 91764
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Mountain View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mountain View Apartments

511 N Palmetto AveOntario, CA 91762
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Laurelwood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Laurelwood Apartments

204 W F StOntario, CA 91762
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El Dorado Patio Homes
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

El Dorado Patio Homes

1225-1245 N El Dorado AveOntario, CA 91764
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Vesta Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vesta Villas

640 W Vesta StOntario, CA 91762
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Diamond Pointe
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Diamond Pointe

1116 E 6th StOntario, CA 91764
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Rosepointe Euclid
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rosepointe Euclid

1204-1216 Euclid AveOntario, CA 91762
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251 N Elderberry Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

251 N Elderberry Ave

251 N Elderberry AveOntario, CA 91762
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Parkview Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Village

320 N San Antonio AveOntario, CA 91762
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Mission Oaks Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mission Oaks Apartments

1427 W Mission BlvdOntario, CA 91762
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Pepperwood Villas
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pepperwood Villas

1951 S Euclid AveOntario, CA 91762
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$1,750

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614 N Lemon Ave

OntarioCA91764
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M on Mission
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

M on Mission

1001 W Mission BlvdOntario, CA 91762
Corporate Housing

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ontario, CA

Pricing Updated: 08/25/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Ontario, CA area range in price from $750 to $7,499 with an overall median price of $3,150. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Ontario Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Rancho Cucamonga$3,150$750129

Cheapest Available Ontario Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ontario, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cedar Villa Senior Apartments 55+ in the Ontario neighborhood priced from $1,300. Country Village Apartments in the Southridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ontario apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cedar Villa Senior Apartments 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,300
Country Village ApartmentsShadow CreekStudio,1BA$1,350
Villa Serena Senior Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Down1BR,1BA$1,615
Canyon Club ApartmentsBrookstoneStudio,1BA$1,755
Villa Plaza1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,775
English OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,795
San Antonio Apartments1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,795
375 Alpine St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,795
Summit Place Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,815
On 7th Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath Split Level1BR,1BA$1,840

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ontario, CA

As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ontario area is the $2.02 price per square foot Model M2 Model at Sycamore Villa Luxury Townhomes in the in the Outer Ontario Rancho Cucamonga neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Ontario apartment is the Hampton Model at Rancho Vista starting at $3,146 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Ontario neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ontario apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sycamore Villa Luxury TownhomesModel M23BR,3BA$2.02
Rancho VistaHampton2BR,2.5BA$2.06
Coventry Square ApartmentsB2B2BR,2BA$2.17
115 E Cedar St2 Bed | 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.92
Magnolia Colony Apartments3x23BR,2BA$2.19
4445 Bonnie Brae St, Unit 24445 Bonnie Brae St2BR,1BA$2.08
Harris Place Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs2BR,2BA$2.27
619 E. Riverside Dr.2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.28
Country Club Apartments2 Bedroom/ 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.06
Courtyard Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.23

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Ontario Overview

Located in San Bernardino County, Ontario, California is a short drive to both Los Angeles and rugged wilderness. A city with rich history, many transportation options, and gorgeous weather, Ontario is an excellent choice for families, young professionals, and retirees alike.

Why live in Ontario, CA?

Ontario is an excellent city to call home because it's approximately halfway between Los Angeles, with its vibrant culture and entertainment, and the outdoor recreation and serene quiet of the desert wilderness. Of course, the city itself has a lot to offer, with many thriving industries, a robust transportation infrastructure, and community events for all ages.

Ontario, CA
Population: 181,107

Ranked #142

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ontario Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ontario?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ontario is at Country Village Apartments listed at $1,350.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ontario Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ontario Apartment is $1,300 at Cedar Villa Senior Apartments 55+.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ontario Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ontario is starting from $1,694 at Villa Serena Senior Apartments.

What is the most affordable Ontario Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ontario Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Paloma Apartment Homes and starts from $2,000.

Expert Rental Resources

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