
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Taft, CA from $800 (49 Rentals)
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155 1/2 North St

725 Kern St

518 Center St

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Ming Garden Apartments

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The Springs

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Laurelglen

Sablewood Gardens

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Boardwalk Luxury Apartments

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Old River Place

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Taft, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Taft?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taft Studio Apartments | $1,108 | $896 | $1,265 |
| Taft 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $900 | $2,095 |
| Taft 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,781 | $1,046 | $2,595 |
| Taft 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,173 | $1,450 | $2,695 |
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Cheapest Available Taft Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Taft, CA is a Studio unit found at Village at Lakeside in the Venola neighborhood priced from $896. Cedarwood Apartments in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Taft apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village at Lakeside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $896 |
| Cedarwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Norwest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Terrace West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Columbard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Ming Tree Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Sand Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Westcourte Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Stine Ridge Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Taft, CA and Nearby
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Taft area is the $1.45 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Masterpiece Parke in the in the Redwood Estates neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Taft apartment is the 3x2 Model at Lotus Villas starting at $2,425 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Briarwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Taft apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masterpiece Parke | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.45 |
| Lotus Villas | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Boardwalk Luxury Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Liberty Park Apartments | Lincoln | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Watermark Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Pine Brook Apartments | 2Bed/2Ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Stine Ridge Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Sablewood Gardens | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Norwest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Taft Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Taft?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Taft is at Village at Lakeside listed at $896.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Taft Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Taft Apartment is $1,045 at Norwest Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Taft Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Taft is starting from $1,245 at Stine Ridge Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Taft Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Taft Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stine Ridge Townhomes and starts from $1,445.
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