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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Clarita?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Santa Clarita Studio Apartments | $2,554 | $2,390 | $3,030 | 
| Cheap Santa Clarita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $1,500 | $3,670 | 
| Cheap Santa Clarita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,859 | $1,901 | $4,452 | 
| Cheap Santa Clarita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,423 | $2,719 | $4,835 | 
| Cheap Santa Clarita 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,850 | $5,200 | $6,500 | 
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Clarita, CA
Pricing Updated: 10/31/2025Current apartment rentals in the Santa Clarita, CA area range in price from $1,315 to $6,500 with an overall median price of $4,197. The three Santa Clarita neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Circle J at $1,940, Golden Valley Ranch at $1,829, and Blackberry Briar at Plum Canyon at $1,829. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Clarita Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle J | $3,200 | $1,940 | 49 | 
| Golden Valley Ranch | $3,232 | $1,829 | 83 | 
| Blackberry Briar at Plum Canyon | $3,455 | $1,829 | 129 | 
| Cheyenne | $3,564 | $1,500 | 62 | 
| Valencia Del Valle | $3,584 | $1,940 | 64 | 
| Santa Clarita Valley | $5,850 | $1,315 | 291 | 
| Saugus | $6,500 | $1,500 | 231 | 
Cheapest Available Santa Clarita Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Clarita, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Canyon Country Senior in the Friendly Valley neighborhood priced from $1,495. Foothill in the Santa Clarita Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Clarita apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Country Senior | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 | 
| Foothill | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 | 
| Riverpark | Tideway | 1BR,1BA | $1,829 | 
| Monterra Ridge Apartments | Adams (11A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 | 
| Sierra Canyon Apartments | 1 + 1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 | 
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Clarita, CA
As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Clarita area is the $2.95 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath A Model at Newhall Crossings in the in the Fairway neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Santa Clarita apartment is the Capri Model at Colony Townhomes starting at $2,949 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Friendly Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Clarita apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Newhall Crossings | 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath A | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.95 | 
| Colony Townhomes | Capri | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.50 | 
| The Willows. 55+ community | 2bd 1170 | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 | 
| The Vistas of West Hills | San Juan | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 | 
| Beneda Lane Apartments | 206 | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 | 
| Sand Canyon Villas & Townhomes | Plan B - Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 | 
| Canyon Country Villas | The Deauville | 2BR,2BA | $2.85 | 
| Sand Canyon Ranch | Sunset | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 | 
| The Canyons at Santa Clarita Apartments | Pico 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 | 
| Canyon Country Senior | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 | 
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Getting Around Santa Clarita, CA
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
36 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Clarita Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Clarita?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Clarita is Foothill which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Santa Clarita costs $4,197.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Clarita?
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 25 regular apartments in Santa Clarita 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 Santa Clarita?
Cheap apartments in Santa Clarita have an average cost of $239 which is $3,958 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Clarita.
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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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
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