
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Visalia, CA from $500 (49 Rentals)
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2342 S Sowell St

1917-1919 W Whitendale Ave

Hillsdale Terrace West

Mission Villa Town Homes

Palms Village

Caldwell Village Apartments

Sierra Ridge Apartments

1608 S Central St
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Four Creeks

The Arbors

3535 W Campus Ave.

3537 W Campus Ave.

Golden Oak Apartments

Summerfield Apartments

The Courtyard Condominiums

1502-1502 W School Ave

Burgundy House Apartments
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Sequoia Vista Apartments

312 1/2-312 1/2 N Park St

2221 W Lark Ave

Goshen Village

Giant Sequoia Village

Sierra Gardens Apartments

1426 W Elowin Ave

1432 W Elowin Ave

Westfield Apartments
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1326 W Elowin Ave

Casa Del Rio

Oak Tree Apartments

4052 W Meadow Ave

4347 W Monte Vista Ave

207 E Sequoia Ave

Timberline Apartments

2922 N Zachary St

2534 W Oriole Ave
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2519 W Oriole Ave

1406 W Roosevelt Ave

803 E Prospect Ave

5505 W Tulare Ave

810 N Rinaldi St

1216 N Conyer St

1650 S Bardo St

2226 W Lark Ave

312 1/2 N Park St
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407 N Park St

1323 S Crowe St

2047 E Laura Ave

718 N Floral St
Visalia, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Visalia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Visalia Studio Apartments | $1,395 | $1,395 | $1,395 |
| Cheap Visalia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $1,400 | $1,795 |
| Cheap Visalia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,892 | $1,295 | $2,225 |
| Cheap Visalia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,993 | $1,750 | $2,569 |
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Visalia, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Visalia, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/25/2026Current apartment rentals in the Visalia, CA area range in price from $1,295 to $2,569 with an overall median price of $1,998. The three Visalia neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Fairview at Ashley Grove at $1,495, Northeast District at $1,425, and Park Place at $1,425. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Visalia Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview at Ashley Grove | $1,795 | $1,495 | 3 |
| Northeast District | $1,822 | $1,425 | 11 |
| Park Place | $1,822 | $1,425 | 11 |
| Central Visalia | $1,897 | $1,495 | 4 |
| Mooney | $1,941 | $1,295 | 22 |
| East Visalia | $1,950 | $1,395 | 26 |
| Outer Visalia | $1,950 | $1,295 | 89 |
| Downtown Visalia | $2,000 | $1,295 | 12 |
| West Visalia | $2,130 | $1,295 | 7 |
| The Villas at Avalon | $2,225 | $1,295 | 61 |
Cheapest Available Visalia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Visalia, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Hillsdale Terrace West in the The Villas @ Bella Sera neighborhood priced from $1,295. Mission Villa Town Homes in the The Villas @ Bella Sera neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Visalia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale Terrace West | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Mission Villa Town Homes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Four Creeks | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| The Arbors | 2 bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| Summerfield Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Caldwell Village Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Oak View Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,534 |
| Burgundy House Apartments | C | 2BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| Villas at Lovers Lane | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Sequoia Vista Apartments | Laurel | 2BR,1BA | $1,645 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Visalia, CA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Visalia area is the $1.73 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Vintage Visalia in the in the The Villas at Avalon neighborhood starting from $2,090. The second greatest value Visalia apartment is the 2 Bedroom 22A Model at The Reserve at Ritchie Ranch starting at $2,225 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the The Villas @ Bella Sera neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Visalia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage Visalia | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| The Reserve at Ritchie Ranch | 2 Bedroom 22A | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Hillsdale Terrace West | 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Burgundy House Apartments | C | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Mission Villa Town Homes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| Four Creeks | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Sequoia Vista Apartments | Laurel | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Arbors | 2 bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Summerfield Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Montecito Apartment Homes | San Ysidro | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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Visalia Overview
Located in the heart of California’s San Joaquin Valley, Visalia is a neat little town that has a small hometown feeling. Rich in diversity and culture, Visalia boasts beautiful homes and great shopping opportunities. In a nutshell, Visalia is a fun little city with plenty of things to keep you occupied.
Why live in Visalia, CA?
You may be wondering, “Why should I choose to live in Visalia?” Well, there are many reasons why living in this small town just makes sense. It combines big-city amenities with that small-town feeling. Secondly, Visalia’s buildings have character, as some of their buildings date back to the mid-late 1800’s. Last but not least, Visalia is located in close proximity to Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon National Park, which are both ideal locations to connect to the great outdoors.
Visalia, CAPopulation: 133,800
Ranked #206
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Visalia Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Visalia?
The cheapest apartment in Visalia is Four Creeks which is listed at $1,425, while the average apartment in Visalia costs $1,998.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Visalia?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 22 regular apartments in Visalia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Visalia?
Cheap apartments in Visalia have an average cost of $373 which is $1,625 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Visalia.
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