
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Palmdale Central City Neighborhood of Palmdale, CA from $600 (51 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Palmdale Central City area of Palmdale.


Courson Arts Colony - East

Ridgeview Village Apartments

524 E Ave Q-12

38572 10th Pl E, Unit 12

38551-38561 11th St E, Unit 5101

Carmel Apartments

316 E Ave Q-7, Unit 02

38308 Division St, Unit 04

Wright Brothers Court
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504 E Ave Q3

Colonial Terrace Apartments

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835 E Avenue Q, Unit 835

38501 Larkin Ave, Unit 4

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510 E Avenue Q2, Unit B

38225 12th St E, Unit 12

509 E Ave Q, Unit B

38551-38561 11th St E, Unit 6102
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38604 10th St E, Unit 05

38572 10th Pl E, Unit 04

Juniper Grove

38652 11th St E, Unit 18

38652 11th St E, Unit 30

38652 11th St E, Unit 18

1241 E Ave R

Twin Palm Apartments

37938 Palm Vista Ave

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Palo Verde

38220 11th St

Summer Wind Apartments

38563 Larkin Ave

La Quinta Apartments

38745 15th St E

Palmdalia

Desert Oasis

38357-38563 10th St E
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38610-38622 Larkin Ave

504 E Q-3 S

The Cape

38616 Larkin Ave

38715-38721 Larkin Ave

38729 11th St E

509 E Ave Q-2, Unit B

Courtyard Apartments

Slate Residences

38908 Rambler Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palmdale Central City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmdale Central City Studio Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Palmdale Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,586 | $1,158 | $1,775 |
| Palmdale Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,839 | $1,436 | $2,215 |
| Palmdale Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,140 | $1,825 | $2,437 |
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Cheapest Available Palmdale Central City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Palmdale Central City area of Palmdale, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Courson Arts Colony - East priced from $1,436. Ridgeview Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,475. Here are the most affordable Palmdale Central City apartments for rent in Palmdale, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courson Arts Colony - East | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,436 |
| Ridgeview Village Apartments | Upstairs Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Wright Brothers Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| 38357-38563 10th St E | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Shadow Springs Apartments | 2x2 964 | 2BR,2BA | $1,625 |
| The Cape | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Colonial Terrace Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 38610-38622 Larkin Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 504 E Q-3 S | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmdale Central City, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palmdale Central City area is the $1.43 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at 504 E Q-3 S in the in the Fieldstone Siena neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Palmdale Central City apartment is the 3x2 1058 Model at Shadow Springs Apartments starting at $1,825 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Fieldstone Siena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palmdale Central City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 504 E Q-3 S | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
| Shadow Springs Apartments | 3x2 1058 | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Carmel Apartments | C | 3BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| Twin Palm Apartments | Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| The Cape | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Colonial Terrace Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| 38610-38622 Larkin Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 835 E Avenue Q, Unit 835 | 835 E Avenue Q | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Wright Brothers Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Ridgeview Village Apartments | Downstairs Madison | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palmdale Central City Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Palmdale Central City?
The cheapest apartment in Palmdale Central City is Ridgeview Village Apartments which is listed at $1,475, while the average apartment in Palmdale Central City costs $2,150.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Palmdale Central City?
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 11 regular apartments in Palmdale Central City 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 Central City?
Cheap apartments in Palmdale Central City have an average cost of $499 which is $1,651 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Palmdale Central City.
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