
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Dimas, CA from $900 (17 Rentals)
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Olive Ridge Apartments

818 E Rte 66
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San Dimas, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Dimas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap San Dimas Studio Apartments | $1,731 | $1,500 | $2,180 |
| Cheap San Dimas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,121 | $1,500 | $3,040 |
| Cheap San Dimas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,514 | $1,675 | $3,620 |
| Cheap San Dimas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,558 | $2,126 | $2,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Dimas, CA
Pricing Updated: 11/07/2025Current apartment rentals in the San Dimas, CA area range in price from $1,500 to $4,187 with an overall median price of $2,946. The three San Dimas neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown at $1,575, San Dimas Canyon at $1,675, and Via Verde at $1,500. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Dimas Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown | $2,438 | $1,575 | 50 |
| San Dimas Canyon | $2,466 | $1,675 | 29 |
| Via Verde | $2,653 | $1,500 | 99 |
| Bonita | $3,558 | $1,500 | 104 |
| Bonita Canyon Gateway | $3,618 | $1,650 | 68 |
Cheapest Available San Dimas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Dimas, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at AJ Apartments in the Via Verde neighborhood priced from $1,500. Townhouse Covina in the Via Verde neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Dimas apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJ Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Townhouse Covina | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Olive Ridge Apartments | Studio Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| El Paraiso | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Vanllee | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Dimas, CA
As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Dimas area is the $2.20 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Charter Oaks in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $2,799. The second greatest value San Dimas apartment is the 138 N Vecino Dr Model at 138 N Vecino Dr, Unit 138 N. Vecino Dr starting at $2,500 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Arrow Highway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Dimas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charter Oaks | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| 138 N Vecino Dr, Unit 138 N. Vecino Dr | 138 N Vecino Dr | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.08 |
| Erie-Holt | 2 bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Mountain View (San Dimas) | Copperwood | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| AJ Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| San Dimas Village | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| 2042 Evergreen St, Unit La Verne Evergreen | 2042 Evergreen St | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| 19531 E Cienega Ave | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| Vanllee | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Gordon Manor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
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Getting Around San Dimas, CA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Dimas Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in San Dimas?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Dimas is under $1,860.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Dimas?
The cheapest apartment in San Dimas is AJ Apartments which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in San Dimas costs $2,946.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Dimas?
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 111 regular apartments in San Dimas 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 Dimas?
Cheap apartments in San Dimas have an average cost of $992 which is $1,954 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Dimas.
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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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