
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Placentia, CA from $500 (16 Rentals)
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3050 E Imperial Hwy

1031 N Link

Parkside La Palma Apartments

Hillcrest Village Senior Living
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The Lake

Casa Maria del Rio

611 N Olive St

Casa La Palma Apartments

Canfield Park
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1560 E Benmore Ln

Pinewood Village
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Placentia, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Placentia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Placentia Studio Apartments | $2,265 | $1,395 | $2,900 |
| Placentia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,470 | $1,750 | $4,190 |
| Placentia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $1,142 | $4,245 |
| Placentia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,725 | $2,006 | $4,889 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Placentia, CA
Pricing Updated: 02/15/2026Current apartment rentals in the Placentia, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Placentia Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clementine | $3,300 | $1,695 | 51 |
| Atwood | $4,099 | $1,495 | 160 |
Cheapest Available Placentia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Placentia, CA is a Studio unit found at 3050 E Imperial Hwy in the Brea Chem neighborhood priced from $1,395. Parkside La Palma Apartments in the Historic District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Placentia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3050 E Imperial Hwy | Studio + 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Parkside La Palma Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Lake | The Shasta | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| 156 Arbor Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| 2306 E Commonwealth Ave | Middle Units | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Placentia, CA and Nearby
As of February 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Placentia area is the $2.57 price per square foot Plan 7 Model at Carlyle Square Apartment Homes in the in the Clementine neighborhood starting from $3,830. The second greatest value Placentia apartment is the Plan E Model at Hampshire Square Apartment Homes starting at $3,675 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the East Anaheim neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Placentia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlyle Square Apartment Homes | Plan 7 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.57 |
| Hampshire Square Apartment Homes | Plan E | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.63 |
| 208 N La Plaza, Unit 208 N La Plaza | 208 N La Plaza | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Haver Hill | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Shady Canyon Foothills | 2 Bed 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| The Villas At Anaheim Hills | 2 bedrrom Apartment Homes | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| Baker Place Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| Corsican Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| El Dorado Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Pines Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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Placentia Overview
Placentia, California, is a town of around 51,000 residents in northern Orange County. The county is home to internationally famous amusement parks like Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm and is also right next to Los Angeles and its many millions of people. Southern California is a vast metropolis encompassing several counties, and Placentia is just a tiny part. The community of Placentia is an interesting mixture of suburbia and urban sprawl, with excellent access to freeways and job centers like Anaheim and Orange. Many residents in Placentia commute during the week to jobs throughout Orange County. The city was once well-known for its proximity to the citrus industry and local farms, but the neighborhoods and apartments throughout Placentia have become more suburban rather than rural over the last half-century.
Why live in Placentia, CA?
One of the best reasons to consider Placentia for your future apartment home is that the community offers a perfect balance between quiet suburbia and the big city. You're never far from anything when you live in Southern California, and Placentia is an excellent choice for anyone interested in living in a suburban environment that's just an hour away from the beach or mountains. If you drive west, you'll greet the gorgeous Pacific and Orange County's famous beaches. If you drive northeast, you'll see beautiful mountain cities like Big Bear and Lake Arrowhead. And beyond the benefits of nearby recreation, Placentia is also a solid place to live for commuters who work in larger cities of Orange County like Anaheim, Huntington Beach, and Orange.
Best Local Schools in Placentia, CA
Brookhaven Elementary
Valencia High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Placentia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Placentia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Placentia is under $1,896.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Placentia?
The cheapest apartment in Placentia is The Pointe at College Place Apartments which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Placentia costs $3,699.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Placentia?
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 101 regular apartments in Placentia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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