Cheap Homes for Rent in Southwest Ridgecrest Neighborhood of Ridgecrest, CA from $700 (9 Rentals)

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Southwest Ridgecrest, Ridgecrest, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Ridgecrest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Ridgecrest area of Ridgecrest, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Desert Oasis Apartments priced from $945. Norma Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Southwest Ridgecrest apartments for rent in Ridgecrest, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Desert Oasis Apartments1+1 Down - Regular1BR,1BA$945
Norma StreetReduced Deposit *oac*Studio,1BA$995
Village RetreatStudioStudio,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Ridgecrest, CA

As of August 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Ridgecrest area is the $1.82 price per square foot 2+2 Model at Norma Street in the in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Southwest Ridgecrest apartment is the 1+1 Down - Regular Model at Desert Oasis Apartments starting at $945 with a $1.52 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Norma Street2+22BR,2BA$1.82
Desert Oasis Apartments1+1 Down - Regular1BR,1BA$1.52
Village RetreatStudioStudio ,1BA$4.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Ridgecrest

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Ridgecrest?

There are currently 54 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Ridgecrest, CA with pricing that ranges from $425 to $2,200. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Ridgecrest ranging from $725 to $2,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwest Ridgecrest?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Ridgecrest ranges from $725 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,381.

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