
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Tehachapi, CA from $700 (41 Rentals)
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21036 Santa Barbara Dr, Unit A1, Unit A1

Willow Trees Apartments

The Orchard Apartments

Indian Creek Villas

The Meadows

Sierra Vista Apartments

18241 St Andrews Dr
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Village at Lakeside

Santa Fe

Arbor Grove Apartments - SENIOR LIVING

Parkwood Apartments

Park Sorrento

Serena Vista Apartments LLC

Serramonte Park

Villa Sienna Apartment Homes
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Canyon Creek Apartments

Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes

Shadow Ridge Apartments

Country Club Vista

Parkwood Apartments

Valley Springs

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Terra Vista at Tejon Ranch

Hidden Falls Apartments
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Premier of West Lancaster

Vineyard Apartments

Camellia Village Apartments

K Street Apartments

Isabella Lake Homes

Rosamond Village Apartments

1919 Lacey St

9749 N Loop Blvd
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3010 Milton Dr

805 Apple St

8672 S Loop Blvd

21801 69th St

21811 69th St

8160 Kalmia Ave

6211 Poppy Blvd

9236 Bay
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1315 Verde Ct
Tehachapi, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tehachapi?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tehachapi 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,899 | $1,088 | $3,008 |
| Tehachapi 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,908 | $899 | $3,465 |
| Tehachapi 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,173 | $1,085 | $3,601 |
| Tehachapi 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $1,374 | $1,374 |
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Cheapest Available Tehachapi Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Tehachapi, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Santa Fe in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood priced from $937. Arbor Grove Apartments - SENIOR LIVING in the Westview Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,088. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tehachapi apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $937 |
| Arbor Grove Apartments - SENIOR LIVING | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,088 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Serena Vista Apartments LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Park Sorrento | One Bedroom One Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Serramonte Park | Toscana | 2BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Villa Sienna Apartment Homes | Marbella | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath - Upstairs / Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,480 |
| Country Club Vista | Two Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs) | 2BR,1BA | $1,507 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tehachapi, CA and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tehachapi area is the $1.54 price per square foot Two Bedroom 1 bath (Upstairs) Model at Country Club Vista in the in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood starting from $1,610. The second greatest value Tehachapi apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs Model at Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes starting at $1,460 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tehachapi apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Vista | Two Bedroom 1 bath (Upstairs) | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Canyon Creek Apartments | Rio Bravo | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 21036 Santa Barbara Dr, Unit A1 | 21036 Santa Barbara Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Serramonte Park | Toscana | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath - Upstairs / Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Villa Sienna Apartment Homes | Marbella | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| Serena Vista Apartments LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Arbor Grove Apartments - SENIOR LIVING | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Best Local Schools in Tehachapi, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tehachapi Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Tehachapi Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Tehachapi Apartment is $1,088 at Arbor Grove Apartments - SENIOR LIVING.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Tehachapi Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Tehachapi is starting from $937 at Santa Fe.
What is the most affordable Tehachapi Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Tehachapi Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Santa Fe and starts from $1,085.
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