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19355 Plum Canyon Rd

20065 Avenue of the Oaks

20829 Marshall Way

The Village

Canyon Club Apartments

Stillmore Apartments

Whispering Oaks

25000 Walnut St

The Willows Apartments
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Canyon Ridge

The Canyons at Santa Clarita Apartments

24332 1/2-24334 1/2 Chestnut St

Park Sierra

Las Flores Apartments

The Terrace

Arrive Santa Clarita

The Retreat

18750 Mandan St, Unit 1110

The Oaks
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18209 Sierra Hwy

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Canyon Crest

River Ranch Townhomes & Apartments

24810 Newhall Ave

23515 Lyons Ave, Unit #131

Canyon Country Villas

Array Vista Canyon

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Marlowe Sand Canyon

18209 Sierra Hwy, Unit 17

The Overlook Santa Clarita
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18804 Mandan St, Unit 807

22814 14th St

20345 Rue Crevier

19808 Sandpiper Plz, Unit 0

Sierra Cross Apartments

24838 Newhall Ave

26261 Prima Way

Walnut Glen Townhomes

27614 Susan Beth Way

27477 Pamplico Dr
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Bridgeport Coast

26701 McBean Pkwy

CSC-Rye Canyon

Villa La Paz

27944 Tyler Ln

Canyon Country Apartments

26842 Claudette St

18211 Flynn Dr

24474 Valle Del Oro

25531 Schubert Cir
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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 | $2,383 | $1,800 | $3,299 |
| Cheap Santa Clarita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,478 | $1,695 | $4,104 |
| Cheap Santa Clarita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,928 | $1,703 | $4,316 |
| Cheap Santa Clarita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,565 | $2,700 | $4,627 |
| Cheap Santa Clarita 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,226 | $4,095 | $4,253 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Clarita, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/11/2026Current apartment rentals in the Santa Clarita, CA area range in price from $1,000 to $7,990 with an overall median price of $5,019. The three Santa Clarita neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Circle J at $4,000, Falcon Ridge at $3,800, and Santa Clarita Valley at $1,000. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Clarita Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Circle J | $4,000 | $4,000 | 1 |
| Falcon Ridge | $4,695 | $3,800 | 2 |
| Santa Clarita Valley | $5,099 | $1,000 | 83 |
| Blackberry Briar at Plum Canyon | $5,199 | $1,200 | 10 |
| Saugus | $5,199 | $1,200 | 52 |
| Valencia Del Valle | $5,922 | $1,100 | 18 |
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 $1,695. 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 | $1,695 |
| The Village | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $1,703 |
| Monterra Ridge Apartments | Adams (11A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Canyon Club Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Stillmore Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Whispering Oaks | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Shadow Trails Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Willows Apartments | 1bd 725 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Diamond Park | Model A 1 Bdrm - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Clarita, CA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Clarita area is the $2.60 price per square foot San Rafael Model at The Vistas of West Hills in the in the North Valencia neighborhood starting from $3,387. The second greatest value Santa Clarita apartment is the Ibiza Model at Colony Townhomes starting at $2,679 with a $2.54 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vistas of West Hills | San Rafael | 3BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Colony Townhomes | Ibiza | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.54 |
| The Retreat | 2BD, 2BTH BR | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| Beneda Lane Apartments | 2BD 2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| River Ranch Townhomes & Apartments | Plan A- 2 bed 2.5 bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.53 |
| Provence at Valencia | Lillie | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Canyon Country Senior | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Canyon Club Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Rockwood at the Cascades | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Monterra Ridge Apartments | Adams (11A) | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Clarita Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santa Clarita?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santa Clarita is at Stillmore Apartments listed at $1,800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Clarita Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Clarita Apartment is $1,695 at Foothill.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Clarita Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Clarita is starting from $1,495 at Canyon Country Senior.
What is the most affordable Santa Clarita Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Santa Clarita Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sand Canyon Ranch and starts from $2,819.
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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