
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Palmdale Central City Neighborhood of Palmdale, CA from $600 (34 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

Wright Brothers Court

Carmel Apartments

509 E Ave Q, Unit 5

1134 E Ave Q
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4th St. Apartments

38290 5th St E

38290 5th St E, Unit 208

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38457 10th Pl E, Unit 4, Unit 4

1005 E Ave R, Unit 11

Juniper Grove

1503 E Avenue Q6

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1022 E Avenue Q3, Unit A, Unit A
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1241 E Ave R, Unit N

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510 E Avenue Q2, Unit A, Unit A

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38563 Larkin Ave

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La Quinta Apartments

38745 15th St E

Palmdalia

Colonial Terrace Apartments

120 E Ave Q7

Desert Oasis

38729 11th St E

Courtyard Apartments
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The Cape
Palmdale Central City, Palmdale, CA Local Guide

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 | $1,516 | $1,395 | $1,615 |
| Palmdale Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,436 | $2,150 |
| Palmdale Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $1,850 | $2,400 |
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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 $1,495. 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 | Downstairs Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Wright Brothers Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| 4th St. Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Shadow Springs Apartments | 2x2 964 | 2BR,2BA | $1,725 |
| The Cape | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,895 |
| Juniper Grove | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,901 |
| Carmel Apartments | B | 2BR,2BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmdale Central City, CA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palmdale Central City area is the $2.05 price per square foot 510 E Avenue Q2 Model at 510 E Avenue Q2, Unit A in the in the Fieldstone Siena neighborhood starting from $2,060. The second greatest value Palmdale Central City apartment is the 2x2 964 Model at Shadow Springs Apartments starting at $1,725 with a $1.79 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 510 E Avenue Q2, Unit A | 510 E Avenue Q2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Shadow Springs Apartments | 2x2 964 | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Carmel Apartments | B | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| 4th St. Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.82 |
| The Cape | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
| 1022 E Avenue Q3, Unit A | 1022 E Avenue Q3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| Wright Brothers Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Ridgeview Village Apartments | Upstairs Madison | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Courson Arts Colony - East | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
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 $1,495, while the average apartment in Palmdale Central City costs $2,024.
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 14 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 $902 which is $1,122 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Palmdale Central City.
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