Cheap Apartments for Rent in Palmdale, CA from $500 (13 Rentals)

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IMPRESSIONS APARTMENTS
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

IMPRESSIONS APARTMENTS

38045 10th St EPalmdale, CA 93550
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38220 11th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

38220 11th St

38220 11th StPalmdale, CA 93550
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Summer Wind Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summer Wind Apartments

945 E Avenue Q4Palmdale, CA 93550
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38563 Larkin Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

38563 Larkin Ave

38563 Larkin AvePalmdale, CA 93550
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La Quinta Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Quinta Apartments

38301 11th St EPalmdale, CA 93550
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Sunwest Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunwest Apartments

1127 E Avenue JLancaster, CA 93535
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Palmdale, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Palmdale, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Palmdale, CA area range in price from $1,095 to $2,500 with an overall median price of $2,134. The three Palmdale neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Madeleine Court at $1,209, Barrel Springs at $1,095, and Fieldstone Siena at $1,095. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Palmdale Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Madeleine Court$1,942$1,2091
Barrel Springs$1,952$1,09530
Fieldstone Siena$1,952$1,09542
The Vineyards$1,952$1,09534
Silver Leaf$2,100$1,2009
Daybreak in Lancaster$2,176$1,39011
Anaverde$2,340$1,40014
Palmdale Central City$2,400$1,29524
Somerset Creek$2,400$1,29541

Cheapest Available Palmdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Palmdale, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cordova Park in the Ashton Place neighborhood priced from $1,183. 4th St. Apartments in the Fieldstone Siena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palmdale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cordova ParkOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,183
4th St. ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,295
Maison's Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,346
West Palmdale Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,400
Villa Sierra Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,420

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmdale, CA

As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Palmdale area is the $1.68 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Juniper Valley Townhomes in the in the Fieldstone Siena neighborhood starting from $1,952. The second greatest value Palmdale apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Canyon Creek Apartments starting at $1,919 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Fieldstone Siena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palmdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Juniper Valley Townhomes3x23BR,2BA$1.68
Canyon Creek ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.88
Sienna HeightsTownhouse2BR,2BA$1.85
Avalon Park Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.77
Park Circle ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$1.82
Desert Senior LivingTwo Bedroom, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.11
Shadow Springs Apartments1x1 7281BR,1BA$2.03
Mountain Shadows Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.12
Villa Sierra Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.97
4th St. ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99

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Palmdale Overview

Located in the Antelope Valley region of southern California, and considered part of the greater Los Angeles area, Palmdale combines west coast charm with a scenic mountain backdrop to yield a one-of-a-kind living experience. Currently home to over 150,000 residents and showing no sign of slowing down anytime soon, this winning California hot spot is an excelent option for anyone in the market for a new place to call home.

Why live in Palmdale, CA?

Offering easy access to not only an assortment of universities including California State and the AERO Institute, but also close proximity to the job market and excitement of great LA, Palmdale apartments for rent are sure to appeal to a large cross-section of the population. Situated against the backdrop of the gorgeous San Gabriel Mountains, this thriving California city combines a barrage of convenient amenities with plenty of that intangible weloming west coast spirit.

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Getting Around Palmdale, CA

Walk Score®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palmdale Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Palmdale?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Palmdale is under $1,545.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Palmdale?

The cheapest apartment in Palmdale is Cordova Park which is listed at $1,183, while the average apartment in Palmdale costs $2,134.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Palmdale?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Palmdale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Palmdale?

Cheap apartments in Palmdale have an average cost of $630 which is $1,504 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Palmdale.

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