
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Thousand Oaks Neighborhood of Thousand Oaks, CA from $1,495 (33 Rentals)
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651 Paseo Vista

324 Chestnut Hill Ct, Unit Oakknoll Villas 55+ Community

Charter Oaks Apartments

St. Charles Oaks Apartments

Enclave 693

Mount Clef Apartments

La Cresta Apartments
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eaves Thousand Oaks

Arrive Laurie Lane

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399 Erbes Rd.

609 Avenida del Platino

Wilbur Oaks Apartments

Arrive Rolling Oaks

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104 Maegan Pl, Unit 3

The Harrington

609 Avenida del Platino

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Green Hill Apartments

Arrive at the Retreat

1034 Calle Las Trancas, Unit B

Arrive on the Hill

1769 Los Feliz Dr
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751 Birchpark Cir

427 Arbor Ln Ct

The Oaks Apartments

Sofi Thousand Oaks
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460 Arbor Ln 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 | $2,553 | $2,191 | $3,200 |
| Central Thousand Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,799 | $1,750 | $5,290 |
| Central Thousand Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,348 | $2,598 | $6,300 |
| Central Thousand Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,858 | $2,975 | $5,369 |
| Central Thousand Oaks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,974 | $4,529 | $5,429 |
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There are currently 33 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 Studio unit found at Charter Oaks Apartments priced from $1,998. St. Charles Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,008. Here are the most affordable Central Thousand Oaks apartments for rent in Thousand Oaks, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charter Oaks Apartments | Studio Plan 8 | Studio,1BA | $1,998 |
| St. Charles Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,008 |
| Mount Clef Apartments | 1 bedroom w/balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| La Cresta Apartments | Plan D - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Arrive Laurie Lane | Hibiscus | 1BR,1BA | $2,459 |
| 399 Erbes Rd. | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Arrive Rolling Oaks | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $2,509 |
| Arrive Thousand Oaks | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,519 |
| Enclave 693 | 1 Bedroom - Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Thousand Oaks, CA
As of September 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Thousand Oaks area is the $2.48 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath Townhomes Model at Rancho Serrano - Townhomes in the in the Southshore Hills neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Central Thousand Oaks apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath with Den Slider Model at Sofi Thousand Oaks starting at $2,748 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the Northoaks 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 | $2.48 |
| Sofi Thousand Oaks | 1 Bed 1 Bath with Den Slider | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| St. Charles Oaks Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Enclave 693 | 1 Bedroom - Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 104 Maegan Pl, Unit 3 | 104 Maegan Pl | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Arrive Laurie Lane | Hibiscus | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Arrive Rolling Oaks | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| The Harrington | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Arrive Thousand Oaks | Acacia | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| La Cresta Apartments | Plan D - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
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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 $1,998.
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 $2,008 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 $2,598 at Charter Oaks Apartments.
What is the most affordable Central Thousand Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Thousand Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 399 Erbes Rd. and starts from $2,975.
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