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605 4th St

TaftCA93268
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$1,300

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305 North St

TaftCA93268

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Taft, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Taft Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Taft, CA is a Studio unit found at Norwest Apartments in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood priced from $955. Columbard in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Taft apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Norwest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$955
ColumbardStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Ming Tree ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Parkwood Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,150
Westcourte ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Taft, CA

As of March 19, 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 Westdale North neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Taft apartment is the 3x2 Model at Lotus Villas starting at $2,395 with a $1.71 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Masterpiece Parke3 Bedroom3BR,3.5BA$1.45
Lotus Villas3x23BR,2BA$1.71
Liberty Park ApartmentsLincoln3BR,2BA$1.73
Stine Ridge Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Pine Brook Apartments2Bed/2Ba2BR,2BA$1.36
Sablewood Gardens2x22BR,2BA$1.69
Polo VillasThe Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.71
Welcome to Laurelwood Oaks – Comfortable Living in a Beautiful Community2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.68
Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.64
Southgreen Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath - updated1BR,1BA$1.62

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Frequently Asked Questions about Taft

What type of rentals are currently available in Taft?

There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Taft, CA with pricing that ranges from $899 to $2,620. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Taft ranging from $885 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Taft?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Taft ranges from $885 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,184.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.