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260 Caldecott Ln

6614 Telegraph Ave

2834 Derby St
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1965 Ascot Dr, Unit 11

5728 Merriewood Dr

67 Brookwood Rd

240 Caldecott Ln
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Orinda, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Orinda?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Orinda 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,073 | $2,800 | $4,000 |
Orinda 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,371 | $4,000 | $6,950 |
Orinda 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,859 | $4,900 | $10,000+ |
Orinda 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,747 | $4,995 | $8,500 |
Orinda 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
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Cheapest Available Orinda Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
Ladera Apartments | TH25 | 2BR,2BA | $3,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orinda, CA
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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ladera Apartments | TH25 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.29 |
92 Lucille Way, Unit ORINDA BEAUTY | 92 Lucille Way | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
Redwood Creek Apartments | Reno Unit | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Orinda
What type of rentals are currently available in Orinda?
There are currently 150 Apartments for Rent in Orinda, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,575 to $6,490. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Orinda ranging from $1,050 to $16,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Orinda?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Orinda ranges from $1,050 to $16,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,910.
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