
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Bernardino, CA from $300 (147 Rentals)
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Avalon Court

Sunset Terrace

Parkside Senior Apartments

Kendall Park Apartments

361 W 16th St

2139 Belle St

Pueblo Bonito Apartments

Casa Del Sol

The Landing
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Ascot Park Apartments

1447 Pumalo St E

440 W 23rd St, Unit B

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Date Palms

144 W 42nd St

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648 W 13th St, Unit B

1594 Sepulveda Ave
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1025 N Tippecanoe Ave

Lido At Shandin Hills

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3583 E N St, Unit 2

Amber Cove

2020 Guthrie St N, Unit A05

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Glen Oro Garden Apartments

2741 Park Ave

Casa Juanita

7188 Tippecanoe Ave

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San Bernardino, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Bernardino?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap San Bernardino Studio Apartments | $1,583 | $1,225 | $2,663 |
| Cheap San Bernardino 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $1,150 | $2,569 |
| Cheap San Bernardino 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,154 | $1,412 | $2,963 |
| Cheap San Bernardino 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,034 | $2,099 | $3,630 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Bernardino, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the San Bernardino, CA area range in price from $873 to $3,630 with an overall median price of $2,508. The three San Bernardino neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Lankershim at $1,225, North Park at $873, and Muscoy at $873. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Bernardino Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lankershim | $1,839 | $1,225 | 47 |
| North Park | $2,315 | $873 | 45 |
| Muscoy | $2,365 | $873 | 35 |
| Rancho West | $2,395 | $1,599 | 22 |
| Barton | $3,630 | $1,225 | 47 |
Cheapest Available San Bernardino Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Bernardino, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Avalon Court in the Ward 7 neighborhood priced from $1,100. Sunset Terrace in the Ward 2 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Bernardino apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Court | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Sunset Terrace | 540 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Parkside Senior Apartments | Studio - Large | Studio,1BA | $1,190 |
| Kendall Park Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 163 E 15th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Waterman Apartments | wa-2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,377 |
| Casa Del Sol | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| CENTREPOINTE | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,466 |
| The Landing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,491 |
| Pueblo Bonito Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Bernardino, CA
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Bernardino area is the $0.41 price per square foot 5BR/5BA - D1 Model at The Glen in the in the Ward 5 neighborhood starting from $1,149. The second greatest value San Bernardino apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Alcantara Home starting at $1,995 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the North Rialto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Bernardino apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Glen | 5BR/5BA - D1 | 5BR,5BA | $0.41 |
| Alcantara Home | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Sierra Pointe | 2x2 1000 sq ft. | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Villa De La Rosa | 2x1 upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Parc Mountain View Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Pinecrest Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| 648 W 13th St, Unit B | 648 W 13th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Waterman Apartments | wa-2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Mayfield Park | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Avalon Court | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
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San Bernardino Overview
The city of San Bernardino sits between the San Bernardino mountains on one side with the desert on the other. It's known for its beauty, and with a population of 200,000, it's the perfect mix of city and scenic splendor. Whether you're interested in cafes and nightlife or the great outdoors, you'll find it all once you've moved into your San Bernardino apartment.
Why live in San Bernardino, CA?
There are many reasons to find your new home among the many wonderful San Bernardino apartments for rent. With the mountains and lakes close at hand, a day of fishing is never far off, but if low humidity and warm weather is more your style, San Bernardino has that too. That's one of the great things about this community, it's got something for everyone. It even has hot springs to enjoy. The city is also host to many types of festivals, and the farmer's market is after dark. Court Street Square, right downtown, gives you a place to slow down for a relaxing lunch while still being in the middle of it all, and if hiking is your passion, you will think you found heaven on earth here.
San Bernardino, CAPopulation: 215,941
Ranked #103
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Bernardino Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in San Bernardino?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Bernardino is under $1,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Bernardino?
The cheapest apartment in San Bernardino is Avalon Court which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in San Bernardino costs $2,508.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Bernardino?
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 4 regular apartments in San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino?
Cheap apartments in San Bernardino have an average cost of $1,168 which is $1,340 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Bernardino.
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