
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ridgecrest, CA from $600 (38 Rentals)
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520 Commercial Ave

702 W Atkins Ave

736 Commercial Ave

741 S Allen St

Desert Oasis

332 N Alvord St

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332 N Alvord St

135 S Norma St
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413 S Richmond Rd

833 N Sanders St

Norma Street Apartments

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424 W Wilson Ave

736 S Norma St

529 W Church Ave

832 Commercial Ave

413 S Sunset St

933 W Atkins Ave
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Larkspur Village

1617 N Erwin St

616 W Graaf Ave

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408 W Felspar Ave, Unit B

Ridgecrest Senior Apartments

235 W Robertson Rd

Gateway Villa Apartments

213 Panamint Ave

The Ridge I Apartments
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Rick Court Apartments

1332 N Norma St

121 Parkview Dr

118 W Wilson Ave

Ridgecrest Landing Apartment Homes

337 S Sunset St

940 W Graaf Ave

604 W Perdew Ave

539 Sydnor Ave
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219 W Robertson Rd

327 W Haloid Ave
Ridgecrest, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ridgecrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Ridgecrest Studio Apartments | $1,165 | $700 | $1,800 |
| Cheap Ridgecrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,077 | $725 | $2,200 |
| Cheap Ridgecrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $850 | $1,550 |
| Cheap Ridgecrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,391 | $1,085 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ridgecrest, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/27/2026Current apartment rentals in the Ridgecrest, 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 Ridgecrest Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Ridgecrest | $1,445 | $700 | 72 |
| Ridgecrest Boulevard | $1,445 | $700 | 62 |
| Southeast Ridgecrest | $1,445 | $700 | 68 |
| Southwest Ridgecrest | $1,445 | $700 | 68 |
Cheapest Available Ridgecrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ridgecrest, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Ridge I Apartments in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood priced from $818. Desert Oasis in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $945. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ridgecrest apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridge I Apartments | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $818 |
| Desert Oasis | 1+1 Down - Regular | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Norma Street Apartments | Norma Street Apts - 50% OFF First Month’s Rent... | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Larkspur Village | Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,085 |
| Hacienda Court Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,295 |
| Village Retreat | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ridgecrest, CA
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ridgecrest area is the $1.18 price per square foot 701 Commercial Ave Model at 701 Commercial Ave, Unit A in the in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Ridgecrest apartment is the 2 Bedrooms Model at Hacienda Court Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ridgecrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 701 Commercial Ave, Unit A | 701 Commercial Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Hacienda Court Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| The Ridge I Apartments | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 332 N Alvord St | 332 N Alvord St | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Larkspur Village | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 424 W Wilson Ave | 424 W Wilson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Norma Street Apartments | 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Desert Oasis | 1+1 Down - Regular | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Village Retreat | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ridgecrest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ridgecrest?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ridgecrest is at Norma Street Apartments listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ridgecrest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ridgecrest Apartment is $945 at Desert Oasis.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ridgecrest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ridgecrest is starting from $1,191 at Larkspur Village.
What is the most affordable Ridgecrest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ridgecrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Ridge I Apartments and starts from $818.
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