
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Ridgecrest Neighborhood of Ridgecrest, CA from $600 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southwest Ridgecrest area of Ridgecrest.


Desert Oasis

139 S Norma St

Norma Street Apartments

121 N Gateway Blvd

224 W Wilson Ave
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420 N Norma St

235 W Robertson Rd

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Southwest Ridgecrest, Ridgecrest, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Ridgecrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Ridgecrest Studio Apartments | $1,397 | $995 | $1,800 |
| Southwest Ridgecrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,321 | $945 | $2,200 |
| Southwest Ridgecrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,258 | $850 | $1,550 |
| Southwest Ridgecrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $1,085 | $1,900 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Southwest Ridgecrest Neighborhood of Ridgecrest, CA.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Ridgecrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Ridgecrest area of Ridgecrest, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Ridge I Apartments priced from $602. Desert Oasis has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $945. Here are the most affordable Southwest Ridgecrest apartments for rent in Ridgecrest, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridge I Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $602 |
| Desert Oasis | 1+1 Down - Regular | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Norma Street Apartments | HALF OFF 1ST MONTH RENT/Reduced Deposit *oac* (... | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Larkspur Village | Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,085 |
| Hacienda Court Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Ridgecrest, CA
As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Ridgecrest area is the $0.99 price per square foot Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Larkspur Village in the in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood starting from $1,085. The second greatest value Southwest 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 Southwest Ridgecrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larkspur Village | Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Hacienda Court Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| The Ridge I Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| 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 Southwest Ridgecrest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Ridgecrest?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Ridgecrest is Desert Oasis which is listed at $945, while the average apartment in Southwest Ridgecrest costs $1,445.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Ridgecrest?
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 2 regular apartments in Southwest Ridgecrest 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 Southwest Ridgecrest?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Ridgecrest have an average cost of $219 which is $1,226 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Ridgecrest.
Expert Rental Resources
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