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Maple Leaf Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Leaf Apartments

7150 N Maple AveFresno, CA 93720
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Cottonwood Grove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cottonwood Grove

732 N Clovis AveClovis, CA 93611

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Tempranillo
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tempranillo

2445 E Copper AveClovis, CA 93619
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South Coast Metro, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Coast Metro Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Coast Metro, CA is a Studio unit found at Creek Park Village 55+ Senior Community in the Ladera Ranch neighborhood priced from $1,250. Minnewawa Apartments in the Ladera Ranch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,320. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Coast Metro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Creek Park Village 55+ Senior CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Minnewawa Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,320
Scottsmen TooDavenport1BR,1BA$1,358
Dominion HeightsCape Cod1BR,1BA$1,686
CascadesBanyon1BR,1BA$1,758
Le Provence at the DominionDegas, Upstairs1BR,1BA$1,850
Rock Ranch Luxury Rentals1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,003
Nees Park Villas2 Bedroom 1.5 Baths2BR,1BA$2,010
The Villas at Ellis ManorJornada1BR,1BA$2,099
Harbor Pointe Apartments22u2BR,2BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Coast Metro, CA and Nearby

As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Coast Metro area is the $1.65 price per square foot Plan 33A Model at Portola Plaza in the in the Outer Western Suburban Fresno neighborhood starting from $2,729. The second greatest value South Coast Metro apartment is the Santa Teresa Model at Dominion Courtyard Villas starting at $2,509 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Woodward Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Coast Metro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Portola PlazaPlan 33A3BR,3BA$1.65
Dominion Courtyard VillasSanta Teresa3BR,2.5BA$1.56
Birch Court2 Bed 2 Bath Townhouse2BR,2BA$1.58
The Palms Apartments2/22BR,2BA$1.96
Coventry CoveThe Paradise2BR,2BA$1.78
Tollhouse CrossingPonderosa3BR,2BA$1.98
Harbor Pointe Apartments22SG2BR,2BA$1.95
Nees Park Villas2 Bedroom 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$1.83
Le Provence at the DominionDegas, Upstairs1BR,1BA$2.19
Minnewawa Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Coast Metro Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Coast Metro Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Coast Metro Apartment is $1,320 at Minnewawa Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Coast Metro Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Coast Metro is starting from $1,500 at Scottsmen Too.

What is the most affordable South Coast Metro Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Coast Metro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dominion Heights and starts from $2,316.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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