
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the California Neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA from $800 (54 Rentals)
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1056 W 2nd St

210 Kendall Ave

3011 N State St

3030 State St

3050 Duffy St

1029 W Rialto Ave

Pepper Tree Mobile Home Park

1179 W Orange St

1588 B W Highland Ave
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3010-3038 State St

Sequoia Plaza Mobilehome Park

Manor Trailer Park

Highland Mobile Home Park

Cypress Inn Mobile Home Park

2869-2879 N State St

West 9th Street Apartments

Cero Townhomes

Foothill Villas
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Arrowhead Woods Apartments

The Arbors At Miramonte

The Cajon Palms

2710 N State St

The Magnolia at Highland Senior Apartments

New Zion Manor

Easton Square

Alcantara Home

3036 N State St

Pepper Villa
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252 E Jackson St

142 E Jackson St

232 E Jackson St

229 N Palm Ave

177 E Jackson St

165 E Jackson St

163 W Cascade Dr

282 E Jackson St

132 W Foothill Blvd

Rialto Plaza
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360-372 N Eucalyptus Ave

357 N Olive Ave

265-271 W Jackson St

Mediterranean Mobile Home Park

329 N Magnolia Ave

Parque Mobile Home Park

141 E Jackson St

Quailpointe Apartments

Julia Palms Senior

Aspire Rialto Apartments
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California, San Bernardino, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in California?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| California 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,227 | $1,730 | $2,395 |
| California 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,569 | $1,969 | $2,988 |
| California 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,720 | $2,150 | $3,334 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the California Neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA.
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Cheapest Available California Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the California area of Riverside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arrowhead Woods Apartments priced from $1,595. Easton Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,730. Here are the most affordable California apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrowhead Woods Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Easton Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,730 |
| Julia Palms Senior | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Alcantara Home | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| The Kingsley Luxury Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,285 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in California, CA
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the California area is the $1.91 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at Alcantara Home in the in the North Rialto neighborhood starting from $2,045. The second greatest value California apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Arrowhead Woods Apartments starting at $1,595 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for California apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcantara Home | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Arrowhead Woods Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| The Kingsley Luxury Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Easton Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Julia Palms Senior | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Riverside, California. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap California Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom California Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom California Apartment is $1,595 at Arrowhead Woods Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom California Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in California is starting from $1,969 at Easton Square.
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Riverside is a diverse Southern California city that is considered the centerpiece of Riverside County. It is located approximately 60 miles east of Los Angeles, and is the largest city of the Inland Empire.

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