
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santa Clarita, CA from $800 with Washer/Dryer (35 Rentals)
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The Fullerton

The Canyons at Santa Clarita Apartments

Park Sierra

Canyon Country Villas

River Ranch Townhomes & Apartments

The Terrace

The Retreat
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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

The Village

Array Vista Canyon

27645 Susan Beth Way, Unit Susan Beth B, Unit Susan Beth B

The Overlook Santa Clarita

Sierra Cross Apartments

Walnut Glen Townhomes

26707 Oak Crossing Rd
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20000 Plum Canyon Rd

Beneda Lane Apartments

Riverpark

IMT Stevenson Ranch

Hills of Valencia Apartments

Rockwood at the Cascades

Monticello Apartment Homes

Sand Canyon Ranch
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Promenade at Town Center

Diamond Park

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The Paseo at Town Center

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Parc Chateaux

55+ FountainGlen Valencia

55+ FountainGlen Stevenson Ranch

Bell Valencia

The Vistas of West Hills
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Provence at Valencia

Links at Westridge

Casa Seville Apartments
Santa Clarita, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Clarita?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Clarita Studio Apartments | $2,309 | $1,775 | $3,123 |
| Santa Clarita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,439 | $1,695 | $3,399 |
| Santa Clarita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,898 | $1,901 | $4,591 |
| Santa Clarita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,497 | $2,719 | $4,750 |
| Santa Clarita 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,272 | $4,250 | $4,295 |
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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease
Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.
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Santa Clarita, CAPopulation: 210,089
Ranked #106
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Santa Clarita, CA
Rio Norte Junior High
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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 $1,999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Clarita?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Clarita is Foothill which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in Santa Clarita costs $3,691.
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 67 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 $482 which is $3,209 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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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.