
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Washington, CA from $400 (36 Rentals)
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Gardens at Bella Breeze

Sierra Heights Apartments

Table Mountain

Oroville Heights Apartments

Casa Milano Apartments

Shasta Glen Apartments

Olive Ranch Apartments

Eastgate Terrace Apartments
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Meadow Wood Condo Apartments

Lincoln Pointe Apartments

Ellis Lake Apartments

Hunter's Landing Apartments

310 S Auburn St

Almond Heights

Parkview Apartments

Gold Creek Village

Foothill Terrace Apartments
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Auburn Creek Apartments

Crest View Apartments

The Overlook Apartments

Auburn Ravine Terrace - 55+ Active Adult Apartments

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Miner's Station

532 E Main St

Boulder Creek Apartments

14382 Sun Forest Dr

Sierra Village
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18728 Three Homes Rd

Riveo

318 Nile St

The Summit Senior Living Apartment Homes

216 W Oak St

612 Chief Kelly Dr

11218 Cedar Ridge Dr

4736 Fleming Way

18716 Falcon Loop
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Washington, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Studio Apartments | $2,590 | $1,515 | $4,630 |
| Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,239 | $468 | $6,260 |
| Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,447 | $554 | $6,880 |
| Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,674 | $676 | $4,367 |
| Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,866 | $3,419 | $4,445 |
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Cheapest Available Washington Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Washington, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes priced from $468. Gardens at Bella Breeze in the Monte Vista neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $528. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Washington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $468 |
| Gardens at Bella Breeze | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $528 |
| Sierra Heights Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Casa Milano Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Shasta Glen Apartments | 650 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Olive Ranch Apartments | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,137 |
| Eastgate Terrace Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Riveo | Unit 3 | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Meadow Wood Condo Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Lincoln Pointe Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington, CA and Nearby
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington area is the $1.74 price per square foot 2bed 1bath Model at Parkview Apartments in the in the Lariat Ranch neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Washington apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Olive Ranch Apartments starting at $1,187 with a $1.31 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Olive Ranch Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Hunter's Landing Apartments | HL 2 Bed 1 Bath U | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Lincoln Pointe Apartments | 2B/1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Shasta Glen Apartments | 750 SF | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Riveo | Unit 26 | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Meadow Wood Condo Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Sierra Heights Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Gardens at Bella Breeze | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Casa Milano Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Apartment is $468 at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Washington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Washington is starting from $554 at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Washington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Washington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Gardens at Bella Breeze and starts from $676.
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