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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Princeton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Princeton Studio Apartments | $1,638 | $1,020 | $1,784 |
Princeton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,362 | $486 | $2,049 |
Princeton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $529 | $1,965 |
Princeton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,524 | $712 | $2,725 |
Princeton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $646 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Princeton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Princeton, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes priced from $486. Rancho Colus has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Princeton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $486 |
Rancho Colus | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Post on Nord | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $971 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton, CA and Nearby
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Princeton area is the $1.27 price per square foot 1521 Nord Ave Model at Nord Gardens in the starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Princeton apartment is the 4 Bed 2 Bath Model at HUGE 4 BEDROOM Townhome! starting at $1,960 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Downtown Chico neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Princeton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Nord Gardens | 1521 Nord Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.27 |
HUGE 4 BEDROOM Townhome! | 4 Bed 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.31 |
Graduate Gardens | **Pre-Leasing for Summer 2025** Graduate Garden... | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
Redwood Glen Apartments | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.24 |
2nd Avenue Square | **Reserve NOW for SUMMER 2025** DELUXE Townhomes | 4BR,2BA | $1.50 |
Regency Townhomes | Limited Time Special – Huge 4 Bedroom Apartment... | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Summer Village Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
Hazel Student Living | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
La Vista Apartments | **Reserve for SUMMER 2025** La Vista Apartments | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Chico Meadow Apartments | Upgraded Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Princeton, CA
Walk Score®
9 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Princeton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Princeton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Princeton is at Post on Nord listed at $1,659.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Princeton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Princeton Apartment is $486 at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Princeton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Princeton is starting from $576 at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rancho Colus and starts from $1,103.
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