Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ventura, CA from $1,695 (100 Rentals)

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Shorehaven Townhomes
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$2,150 - $2,800

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Base Rent$2,150 - $2,800

Total Monthly Price$2,150 - $2,800
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Shorehaven Townhomes

10965-10997 Del Norte StVentura, CA 93004
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Colony Parc
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$2,346 - $3,716

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Base Rent$2,346 - $3,716

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Colony Parc

848 Weber CirVentura, CA 93003
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Ventura Terrace
Rent Specials
$2,477 - $2,863

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Base Rent$2,477 - $2,863

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Ventura Terrace

6600 Telephone RdVentura, CA 93003
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Cypress Point
$2,481 - $2,956

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Cypress Point

1241 Cypress Point LnVentura, CA 93003
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$2,500 - $3,000
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31 Live Oak Dr

VenturaCA93001
property at 2976 Sherwin Ave
$2,595

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2976 Sherwin Ave

VenturaCA93003

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2974 Sherwin Ave

VenturaCA93003
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Ventura Springs
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ventura Springs

10866 Morning Glory RdVentura, CA 93004
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Empire Palms Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Empire Palms Apartments

892-899 Empire AveVentura, CA 93003
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1793 Evans Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1793 Evans Ave

1793 Evans AveVentura, CA 93001

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Somerset Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Somerset Apartments

540 E Santa Clara StVentura, CA 93001
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Woodland Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland Apartments

5925-6001 Woodland StVentura, CA 93003
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50-96 Dakota Dr
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

50-96 Dakota Dr

50-96 Dakota DrVentura, CA 93001
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367wall
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

367wall

367 Wall StVentura, CA 93001

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ventura, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/09/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Ventura, CA area range in price from $1,695 to $6,950 with an overall median price of $3,228. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Ventura Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Montalvo$2,941$2,0957
The Cottages$3,198$2,428129
Downtown Ventura$3,400$1,69534

Cheapest Available Ventura Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ventura, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1314 Edgewood Way in the Northwest Community neighborhood priced from $1,650. 732 E. Santa Clara St. in the Downtown Ventura neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ventura apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1314 Edgewood Way1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650
732 E. Santa Clara St.0x1Studio,1BA$1,695
367wall1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,800
The Timbers Apartment HomesWoodcrest- Studio 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,895
158 N Ventura Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,995
2938-2948 Lexington Dr0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,995
Casitas Casa Real ApartmentsStudio One BathStudio,2BA$2,029
The Lofts at PinehurstPlan 1A1BR,1BA$2,049
Capes at VenturaA11BR,1BA$2,062
Ventura Beach Resort Luxury ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$2,080

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ventura, CA

As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ventura area is the $2.44 price per square foot 1B-1-M2 Model at Mayfair 2 in the in the The Cottages neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Ventura apartment is the 1A Model at Mayfair starting at $3,698 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the The Cottages neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ventura apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mayfair 21B-1-M22BR,2.5BA$2.44
Mayfair1A2BR,2.5BA$2.37
The Vines at Riverpark3 Bedrooms "A"3BR,2.5BA$2.79
Bella Vista at Promontory PointIsola2BR,2BA$2.62
The Willows at VenturaMyrtle2BR,2BA$2.88
102 N Kalorama St, Unit unit 1102 N Kalorama St2BR,1BA$2.82
Meadowridge ApartmentsPlan B2BR,2BA$2.81
Chateau Woodland Manor2Bed 2Bath2BR,2BA$2.86
Ashwood Gardens1+1 U1BR,1BA$2.87
701 Aster St.1/1 818 SF1BR,1BA$2.62

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Ventura Overview

Ventura has something for everyone. It has museums, historic buildings, parks, beaches, the historic pier, and many other seaside charms. The waterfront city is liveable, and its many attractions and features are guaranteed to make your stay worthwhile. The city also features diverse cuisines and fresh seafood.

Why live in Ventura, CA?

Ventura has museums, historic buildings, parks, beaches, the historic pier, and many other seaside charms. You are assured to find something valuable nearby irrespective of the location of your apartment. Numerous designated landmark buildings around the city have a lot of information about the city?s origin. When you get to downtown, the Main St is chock-a-block with casual cafes, Mexicali taco shops, and globally flavored restaurants. The nightlife is always active with many rowdy dives down by the harbor. Moreover, the city is dotted with excellent craft-beer places. Everything about apartments in Ventura is just astounding.

Ventura, CA
Population: 111,128

Ranked #272

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ventura Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ventura?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ventura is at 732 E. Santa Clara St. listed at $1,695.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ventura Apartment is $1,650 at 1314 Edgewood Way.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ventura Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ventura is starting from $2,400 at Ocean View Townhomes.

What is the most affordable Ventura Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ventura Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vanoni Ranch and starts from $3,598.

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