
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Truckee, CA from $400 (54 Rentals)
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Sawmill Heights

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Frishman Hollow

Coldstream Commons

Sierra Village

Truckee Pines

11333 Northwoods Blvd

1300 Regency Way

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Cottages at Glenda

Altitude by Vintage

River Arms Apartments

Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+

Regency Park

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Sage by Vintage

Zephyr Pointe

Fairway Park Manor

Shoreline Plaza

Stardust Apartments
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Club Ambassador

Park Place (Reno)

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BOULDERS-RENO

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The Peak at Sky Mountain

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Westlook Resort Living

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Redfield Ridge

Apex at Sky Valley

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The Village at Idlewild Park

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Overlook at Keystone Canyon

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Glen at Hidden Valley

Idlewild

2450 Lymbery St

Aviana at Tuscany

The Park at Idlewild

Canyon's Edge Apartments

Ascent on Steamboat

207 Robin Dr

751 Tahoe Blvd

1570 Lander St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Truckee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truckee Studio Apartments | $1,441 | $799 | $2,150 |
| Truckee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,028 | $2,425 |
| Truckee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,068 | $1,251 | $6,756 |
| Truckee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,387 | $1,415 | $5,900 |
| Truckee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $3,800 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Truckee, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/19/2026Current apartment rentals in the Truckee, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Truckee Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Northstar | $5,900 | $2,100 | 10 |
Cheapest Available Truckee Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Truckee, CA is a Studio unit found at Cottages at Glenda in the Ward 2 neighborhood priced from $900. Altitude by Vintage in the North Valleys neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $980. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Truckee apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottages at Glenda | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Altitude by Vintage | Studio | Studio,1BA | $980 |
| Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,051 |
| River Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Shoreline Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Stardust Apartments | 1/1 West | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Glen at Hidden Valley | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,310 |
| Regency Park | One Bedroom/ One Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Club Ambassador | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Truckee, CA and Nearby
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Truckee area is the $1.71 price per square foot Obsidian Model at BOULDERS-RENO in the in the North Valleys neighborhood starting from $2,137. The second greatest value Truckee apartment is the 3 bedroom 2 bath Model at Austin Crest Apartments starting at $1,999 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Northwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Truckee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| BOULDERS-RENO | Obsidian | 3BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Austin Crest Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Club Ambassador | Townhome 2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.53 |
| Apex at Sky Valley | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Northwind Apartments | 2X2 View | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| River Arms Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Regency Park | One Bedroom/ One Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Altitude by Vintage | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Truckee Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Truckee?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Truckee is at Cottages at Glenda listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Truckee Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Truckee Apartment is $1,028 at Altitude by Vintage.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Truckee Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Truckee is starting from $1,251 at Altitude by Vintage.
What is the most affordable Truckee Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Truckee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Altitude by Vintage and starts from $1,440.
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