
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Placer County, CA from $400 (20 Rentals)
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Placer County, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Placer County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Placer County Studio Apartments | $2,108 | $1,500 | $4,630 |
| Placer County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $528 | $6,260 |
| Placer County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,497 | $606 | $7,342 |
| Placer County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,969 | $676 | $4,276 |
| Placer County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,858 | $2,865 | $4,380 |
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Cheapest Available Placer County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Placer County, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gardens at Bella Breeze in the Lincoln neighborhood priced from $528. Crescent Apartments in the Black Oak neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Placer County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardens at Bella Breeze | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $528 |
| Crescent Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Sierra Glen | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Olympus Park Apartments | The Sunrise | 1BR,1BA | $1,464 |
| Quail Ridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Placer County, CA
As of August 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Placer County area is the $1.62 price per square foot 3BED/2.5BATH Model at Rocklin Sunset Townhomes in the in the Stoneridge East Village neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Placer County apartment is the 2 Bedroom w/Study Model at Shadowbrook Apartments starting at $2,150 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the East Roseville Parkway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Placer County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocklin Sunset Townhomes | 3BED/2.5BATH | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
| Shadowbrook Apartments | 2 Bedroom w/Study | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.68 |
| THE PHOENICIAN | Edessa | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Shaliko Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| The Brighton Apartments | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Woodcreek Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.79 |
| 708 Main St, Unit 708 C | 708 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Crescent Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Gardens at Bella Breeze | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Placer County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Placer County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Placer County is under $1,625.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Placer County?
The cheapest apartment in Placer County is Gardens at Bella Breeze which is listed at $528, while the average apartment in Placer County costs $2,339.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Placer County?
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 3 regular apartments in Placer County 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 Placer County?
Cheap apartments in Placer County have an average cost of $154 which is $2,185 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Placer County.
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