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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 Pleasant Grove Apartments in the Woodcreek Oaks neighborhood priced from $909. The Easton in the Stoneridge East Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,106. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Placer County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pleasant Grove Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$909
The Easton2x1 Classic2BR,1BA$1,106
Sierra GlenStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
PepperwoodOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,600
Woodcreek Terrace2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,633
Sunset SummitMt. Hood1BR,1BA$1,635
Sunrise Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650
Shadowbrook Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650
Olympus Park ApartmentsThe Douglas1BR,1BA$1,675
Sierra Gardens1x11BR,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Placer County, CA

As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Placer County area is the $1.79 price per square foot 4 Bed 2.5 Bath A Model at Isles in the in the Quail Glen neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value Placer County apartment is the 3x2.5 Model at Terraces at Stanford Ranch starting at $2,750 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Stoneridge East Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Placer County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Isles4 Bed 2.5 Bath A4BR,2.5BA$1.79
Terraces at Stanford Ranch3x2.53BR,2.5BA$1.87
Rocklin GoldTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.74
Broadstone at Stanford RanchHeartstone B12BR,2BA$1.94
The Brighton Apartments2B2BR,2BA$1.92
Cobblestone Creek Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.94
Woodcreek Terrace2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.79
Lincoln Heights Apartments2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$2.06
Shadowbrook Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.06
Pleasant Grove Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.50

Frequently Asked Questions about Placer County

What type of rentals are currently available in Placer County?

There are currently 428 Apartments for Rent in Placer County, CA with pricing that ranges from $909 to $6,880. There are also 201 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Placer County ranging from $810 to $18,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Placer County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Placer County ranges from $810 to $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,967.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Placer County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Placer County range from $1,258 to $4,161, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,975 to $18,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,095.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Trey Huguley

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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