
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Bernardino Neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA from $800 (181 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown San Bernardino area of San Bernardino.


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648 W 13th St, Unit B, Unit B

1406 Sepulveda Ave

149 W 6th St

708 W 9th St

8th Street Apartments

660-672 W 9th St

2097 N Sierra Way

1373 N H St

561-565 Victoria St
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F St Rooming House

Sandlewood East

Trinity Living Apartments

480 W 18th St

430-440 W 21st St

546 N Sierra Way

1064 N D St

1448 N F St

208 North I Street San Bernardino

164 E Olive St
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1134 N Wall Ave

Camelot Court

142 E 11TH St

1262 N D St

706 N Mountain View Av

1324 N G St

Lugo Courtyard

1615-1635 N F St

337 W 16th St

810 W 7th St
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E Street Apartments

1098 Acacia Ave

H Street Apartments

954 N F St

962 N Mountain View Ave

1432-1436 N G St

1264 N Sierra Way

1277 N Mountain View Ave

1326 Belle St

1355-1361 Lugo Ave
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1309 Sepulveda Ave

394 W 17th St

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Vista Highlands

530-538 W 21st St

Camelot Court

1385 N Mountain View Ave

1563 N D St

750 N G St

1520 N Sepulveda Ave
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Downtown San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Bernardino?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Bernardino 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,344 | $800 | $1,700 |
| Downtown San Bernardino 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $2,350 | $2,350 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 181 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Bernardino Neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown San Bernardino Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Terrace | 540 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Bernardino, CA
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Bernardino area is the $1.83 price per square foot 648 W 13th St Model at 648 W 13th St, Unit B in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Downtown San Bernardino apartment is the 618 W 9th St Model at 618 W 9th St, Unit 618 starting at $1,300 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Bernardino apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 648 W 13th St, Unit B | 648 W 13th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 618 W 9th St, Unit 618 | 618 W 9th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Sunset Terrace | 540 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown San Bernardino Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown San Bernardino Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown San Bernardino Apartment is $1,150 at Sunset Terrace.
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