Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Bernardino, CA from $300 (65 Rentals)

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Elm Street Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elm Street Apartments

7404-7454 Elm StSan Bernardino, CA 92410
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Casa De Vista
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa De Vista

500 W 36th StSan Bernardino, CA 92405
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Parkwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkwood Apartments

3444 N E StSan Bernardino, CA 92405
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Sierra Vista Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Vista Apartments

102 W Parkdale DrSan Bernardino, CA 92405
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Bernadette Manor
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Bernadette Manor

223 E 21st StSan Bernardino, CA 92404
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Magnolia at 9th
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia at 9th

181 E 9th StSan Bernardino, CA 92410
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Avalon Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon Court

3776 Genevieve StSan Bernardino, CA 92405
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Horizon Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Horizon Apartments

1340 N F StSan Bernardino, CA 92405
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Regency Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Park Apartments

144 W 42nd StSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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2741 Park Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2741 Park Ave

2741 Park AveSan Bernardino, CA 92404
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Casa Juanita
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Juanita

560 W 20th StSan Bernardino, CA 92405
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7188 Tippecanoe Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

7188 Tippecanoe Ave

7188 Tippecanoe AveSan Bernardino, CA 92404
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Sunset Terrace Senior 55+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunset Terrace Senior 55+

233 E 17th StSan Bernardino, CA 92404
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Bahia Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bahia Apartments

1515 Pumalo StSan Bernardino, CA 92404
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Village Green
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Village Green

2122 W Chestnut StSan Bernardino, CA 92410
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Mill Creek Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mill Creek Apartments

2020 Guthrie StSan Bernardino, CA 92404
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Palm Circle Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palm Circle Apartments

3685 N E StSan Bernardino, CA 92405
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Copper Canyon Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Copper Canyon Apartments

1525 E Lynwood DrSan Bernardino, CA 92404
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Park Villa Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Villa Apartments

222 E 17th StSan Bernardino, CA 92404
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Via Del Sol Apartments
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Via Del Sol Apartments

1777 E Lynwood DrSan Bernardino, CA 92404
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The Edgehill Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Edgehill Apartments

110 W 43rd StSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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Arrowview Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arrowview Apartments

1609 N Arrowhead AveSan Bernardino, CA 92405
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Mountain Breeze Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mountain Breeze Villas

25942 Base Line StSan Bernardino, CA 92410
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Date Manor Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Date Manor Apartments

1226 E Date StSan Bernardino, CA 92404
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505 Wier Rd Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

505 Wier Rd Apartments

505 Wier RdSan Bernardino, CA 92408
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Wier Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wier Park

2605-2619 Flint WaySan Bernardino, CA 92408
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Waterman Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Waterman Apartments

2634 Copper LnSan Bernardino, CA 92408
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Arrowhead Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arrowhead Commons

3943 N H StSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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Pine Garden Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Garden Apartments

1775 E 20th StSan Bernardino, CA 92404
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Casa de Paloma
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Casa de Paloma

7405 Sterling AveSan Bernardino, CA 92410
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Country Club West
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Country Club West

422 Wier RdSan Bernardino, CA 92408
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Crossings
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crossings

177 W South StRialto, CA 92376
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San Bernardino, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Bernardino, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/22/2025

Current apartment rentals in the San Bernardino, CA area range in price from $815 to $4,265 with an overall median price of $2,846. The three San Bernardino neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are North Park at $815, Barton at $1,190, and Lankershim at $1,190. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Bernardino Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
North Park$2,357$81590
Barton$2,395$1,19052
Lankershim$2,750$1,19049
Rancho West$2,772$1,35031
Muscoy$3,957$81567

Cheapest Available San Bernardino Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Bernardino, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Cambria Park Apartments in the Park Lane neighborhood priced from $250. Waterman Apartments in the Ward 3 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,166. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Bernardino apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cambria Park Apartments3BR 1.5 BA3BR,1BA$250
Waterman Apartmentswa-1x11BR,1BA$1,166
Parkside Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,190
Nova Pointe Apartments1x1 Deluxe Affordable1BR,1BA$1,259
Mayfield Park Apartments1B 1B1BR,1BA$1,400
Casa Del SolOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,450
The LandingStudioStudio,1BA$1,491
Park Heights Apartments2 Bed/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,495
170 E 2nd St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Bernardino, CA

As of September 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Bernardino area is the $0.39 price per square foot 5BR/5BA - D1 Model at The Glen in the in the Ward 5 neighborhood starting from $1,075. The second greatest value San Bernardino apartment is the 2 BR/ 2 BA Model at Arbor Apartments starting at $1,650 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Ward 1 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Bernardino apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Glen5BR/5BA - D15BR,5BA$0.39
Arbor Apartments2 BR/ 2 BA2BR,2BA$1.65
10912 Rincon St, Unit 1091410912 Rincon St2BR,1BA$1.80
Cambria Park Apartments3BR 1.5 BA3BR,1.5BA$0.26
Mayfield Park Apartments2B 1B2BR,1BA$1.94
Pueblo Bonito Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.19
Ardella at Reche CanyonJade Renovated1BR,1BA$2.20
7012 Victoria Ave, Unit 107012 Victoria Ave2BR,1BA$1.88
Casa Del SolOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.13
Waterman Apartments1x1-bond1BR,1BA$1.73

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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.

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Getting Around San Bernardino, CA

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,500.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Bernardino?

The cheapest apartment in San Bernardino is Waterman Apartments which is listed at $1,166, while the average apartment in San Bernardino costs $2,846.

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 71 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 $431 which is $2,415 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Bernardino.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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