
Top Rated Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santa Clarita, CA from $800 (29 Rentals)
Top Rated Apartments in Santa Clarita.
Cheap Apartments in Santa Clarita.


The Terrace

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Canyon Crest

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Canyon Ridge

River Ranch Townhomes & Apartments

Array Vista Canyon

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

The Oaks

Bridgeport Coast

Riverpark

Monterra Ridge Apartments

IMT Stevenson Ranch

Rockwood at the Cascades

Promenade at Town Center
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Artisan Oaks

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The Paseo at Town Center

The Fairways at Westridge

Hills of Valencia Apartments

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Parc Chateaux
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Colony Townhomes

55+ Valley Oaks Village Senior Apartments

55+ FountainGlen Valencia

Bell Valencia

The Vistas of West Hills

55+ FountainGlen Stevenson Ranch

Links at Westridge
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Provence at Valencia
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Clarita?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Clarita Studio Apartments | $2,298 | $1,775 | $3,025 |
| Santa Clarita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $1,495 | $3,549 |
| Santa Clarita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,872 | $1,901 | $4,591 |
| Santa Clarita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,388 | $2,669 | $4,130 |
| Santa Clarita 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,272 | $4,250 | $4,295 |
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Santa Clarita, CAPopulation: 210,089
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Clarita Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Santa Clarita?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Santa Clarita is under $1,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Clarita?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Clarita is Whispering Oaks which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Santa Clarita costs $3,949.
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 99 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 $368 which is $3,581 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Clarita.
Expert Rental Resources
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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.