Cheap Apartments for Rent in Truckee, CA from $400 (53 Rentals)

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Frishman Hollow
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Frishman Hollow

11042 Rue IvyTruckee, CA 96161
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Truckee Pines
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Truckee Pines

10100 Estates DrTruckee, CA 96161

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Sage by Vintage
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$1,183 - $1,415
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Sage by Vintage

500 Stoker AveReno, NV 89503
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Club Ambassador
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$1,300 - $1,800
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$1,300 - $1,800

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Club Ambassador

6402 Mae Anne AveReno, NV 89523
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The Peak at Sky Mountain
$1,639 - $2,315
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$1,549 - $2,225
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The Peak at Sky Mountain

1675 Sky Mountain DrReno, NV 89523
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The Kallan
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$1,658 - $9,474
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$1,491 - $9,307
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The Kallan

350 Cabela DrVerdi, NV 89439
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Montebello at Summit Ridge
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$1,779 - $2,846
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$1,769 - $2,836
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$1,779 - $2,846
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Montebello at Summit Ridge

5200 Summit Ridge DrReno, NV 89523
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Redfield Ridge
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$1,835 - $2,259
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$1,730 - $2,154
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$105

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$1,835 - $2,259
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Redfield Ridge

4959 Talbot LnReno, NV 89509
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Aspen Ridge Apartments
$2,000 - $7,977
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$1,931 - $7,908
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Aspen Ridge Apartments

1555 Ridgeview DrReno, NV 89519
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Idlewild
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Idlewild

1810 Idlewild DrReno, NV 89509
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Glen at Hidden Valley
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glen at Hidden Valley

3285 Clover WayReno, NV 89509
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Aviana at Tuscany
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aviana at Tuscany

7000 Mae Anne AveReno, NV 89523
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Ascent on Steamboat
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ascent on Steamboat

3300 Skyline BlvdReno, NV 89509
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property at 207 Robin Dr

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 5

207 Robin Dr

Incline VillageNV89451
property at 872 Tanager St

$1,900

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$1,900

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 10

872 Tanager St

Incline VillageNV89451
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The Park at Idlewild
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Park at Idlewild

1850 Idlewild DrReno, NV 89509
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property at 6900 Calusa Ct

$2,350

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$2,350

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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6900 Calusa Ct

RenoNV89523
property at 1612 Prancer St

$2,475

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$2,475

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1612 Prancer St

RenoNV89523

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Truckee, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Truckee, CA

Pricing Updated: 05/05/2026

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Northstar$4,200$1,2367

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cottages at GlendaStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$900
Altitude by VintageStudioStudio,1BA$980
River Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,175
Zephyr Pointe1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,185
Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,199
Shoreline PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Idlewild2x22BR,2BA$1,245
Stardust Apartments1/1 West1BR,1BA$1,250
Club AmbassadorOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,300
Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,414

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Truckee, CA and Nearby

As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Truckee area is the $1.96 price per square foot C1 Model at Westlook Resort Living in the in the North Valleys neighborhood starting from $2,599. The second greatest value Truckee apartment is the Obsidian Model at BOULDERS-RENO starting at $2,090 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the North Valleys neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Truckee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Westlook Resort LivingC13BR,2BA$1.96
BOULDERS-RENOObsidian3BR,2BA$1.67
Zephyr Pointe2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.41
Northwind Apartments2x2 View Upgrade2BR,2BA$1.87
Idlewild2x22BR,2BA$1.31
Austin Crest Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.79
Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.57
River Arms ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.75
Club AmbassadorOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.77
Altitude by VintageStudioStudio ,1BA$1.94

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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 $1,175 at River Arms Apartments.

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 $1,245 at Idlewild.

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 $1,033.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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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.