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Cheapest Available Truckee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Truckee, CA is a Studio unit found at The Point West University in the West University neighborhood priced from $899. Cottages at Glenda in the Ward 2 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Truckee apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Point West UniversityStudioStudio,1BA$899
Cottages at GlendaStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$900
ALTITUDE BY VINTAGEStudioStudio,1BA$980
Shoreline Plaza ApartmentsJr 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
Glen at Hidden ValleyStudio 1 Bath - SStudio,1BA$1,190

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Truckee, CA

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Truckee area is the $1.87 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhome Model at Aspen Ridge Apartments in the in the Montelena at ArrowCreek neighborhood starting from $2,643. The second greatest value Truckee apartment is the C1 Model at Westlook Resort Living starting at $2,627 with a $1.98 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.
Aspen Ridge ApartmentsThree Bedroom Townhome3BR,2BA$1.87
Westlook Resort LivingC13BR,2BA$1.98
Austin Crest Apartments3 bedroom 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.59
Zephyr Pointe2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.41
The Park at Idlewild3 Bed 2 Bath Renovated3BR,2BA$1.98
Idlewild2x22BR,2BA$1.31
Fairway Park Manor2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.78
Regency ParkTwo Bedroom/One Bath Small2BR,1BA$1.59
Club AmbassadorOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.77
ALTITUDE BY VINTAGEStudioStudio ,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 The Point West University listed at $899.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Truckee Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Truckee Apartment is $1,100 at Shoreline Plaza 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 $1,630.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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