Cheap Apartments for Rent in Orinda, CA from $1,500 (9 Rentals)

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3620 Bickerstaff Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

3620 Bickerstaff Rd

3620 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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2101 Donald Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2101 Donald Dr

2101 Donald DrMoraga, CA 94556
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Orinda, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Orinda Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Morgan ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,025
Ladera ApartmentsTH252BR,2BA$3,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orinda, CA and Nearby

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Orinda area is the $3.29 price per square foot TH25 Model at Ladera Apartments in the in the Campolindo neighborhood starting from $3,550. The second greatest value Orinda apartment is the 92 Lucille Way Model at 92 Lucille Way, Unit ORINDA BEAUTY starting at $2,225 with a $3.42 price per square foot in the South Orinda neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orinda apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ladera ApartmentsTH252BR,2.5BA$3.29
92 Lucille Way, Unit ORINDA BEAUTY92 Lucille Way1BR,1BA$3.42
The Morgan ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.38
Redwood Creek ApartmentsReno Unit1BR,1BA$3.66

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Getting Around Orinda, CA

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Orinda Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Orinda Apartment is $2,025 at The Morgan Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Orinda is starting from $3,550 at Ladera Apartments.

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