
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Thousand Oaks Neighborhood of Thousand Oaks, CA from $1,700 (35 Rentals)
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1410 Calle Violeta

St. Charles Oaks Apartments

Enclave 693

Mount Clef Apartments

Charter Oaks Apartments

La Cresta Apartments

545 Shenandoah St
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30 E Gainsborough Rd

Park View Apartment Homes

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2021 Calle Yucca, Unit Calle Yucca Appartment

399 Erbes Rd.

Lakeside Village

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Arrive Laurie Lane

Wilbur Oaks Apartments

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Arrive on the Hill

Yolo Apartment Homes

Arrive at the Retreat

The Harrington

Santal Thousand Oaks
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Granada Gardens Apartments

Conejo Park Apartments

1415 E Hillcrest Dr

290 Sequoia Ct

710 Calle Cardo, Unit B

710 Calle Cardo

The Oaks Apartments

286 Oak Leaf Dr
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460 Arbor Ln Ct

1750 Tiburon Ct
Central Thousand Oaks, Thousand Oaks, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Thousand Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Thousand Oaks Studio Apartments | $2,262 | $1,700 | $2,999 |
| Central Thousand Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,863 | $1,900 | $4,949 |
| Central Thousand Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,380 | $2,650 | $6,300 |
| Central Thousand Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,119 | $3,350 | $5,549 |
| Central Thousand Oaks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,895 | $4,539 | $5,309 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Thousand Oaks Neighborhood of Thousand Oaks, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Thousand Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Thousand Oaks area of Thousand Oaks, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at St. Charles Oaks Apartments priced from $2,038. Mount Clef Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,120. Here are the most affordable Central Thousand Oaks apartments for rent in Thousand Oaks, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Charles Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,038 |
| Mount Clef Apartments | 1 bedroom w/balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| Charter Oaks Apartments | Studio Plan 8 | Studio,1BA | $2,121 |
| La Cresta Apartments | Plan C - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| 399 Erbes Rd. | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Arrive Thousand Oaks | Acacia | 1BR,1BA | $2,579 |
| eaves Thousand Oaks | 783 | 1BR,1BA | $2,585 |
| Arrive Laurie Lane | Hibiscus | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| Arrive Rolling Oaks | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $2,669 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Thousand Oaks, CA
As of July 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Thousand Oaks area is the $2.56 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath Townhomes Model at Rancho Serrano - Townhomes in the in the Southshore Hills neighborhood starting from $4,656. The second greatest value Central Thousand Oaks apartment is the Plan 2A Model at The Harrington starting at $2,950 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the Southshore Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Thousand Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Serrano - Townhomes | 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath Townhomes | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.56 |
| The Harrington | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| Sofi Thousand Oaks | 1 Bed 1 Bath with Den Slider | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Park View Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| Yolo Apartment Homes | Water - 2nd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| St. Charles Oaks Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Arrive at the Retreat | Jade | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Arrive Laurie Lane | Hibiscus | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| eaves Thousand Oaks | 783 | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| La Cresta Apartments | Plan D - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
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Best Local Schools in Central Thousand Oaks, Thousand Oaks, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Thousand Oaks Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Thousand Oaks?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Thousand Oaks is at Charter Oaks Apartments listed at $2,121.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Thousand Oaks Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Thousand Oaks Apartment is $2,038 at St. Charles Oaks Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Thousand Oaks Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Thousand Oaks is starting from $2,650 at Charter Oaks Apartments.
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