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California, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in California?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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California Studio Apartments | $1,050 | $1,050 | $1,050 |
California 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $900 | $3,482 |
California 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,009 | $1,142 | $3,630 |
California 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,024 | $1,375 | $2,540 |
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Cheapest Available California Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in California, MD is a 2 Beds unit found at Admiral's Landing in the Westbury Single Family neighborhood priced from $1,200. Spring Valley Apartments in the Pegg Run neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,246. Here is today’s list of the most affordable California apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Admiral's Landing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,200 |
Spring Valley Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,246 |
The Apartments of Wildewood | Wimberly | 2BR,2BA | $1,570 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in California, MD
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the California area is the $1.50 price per square foot The Lexington - Affordable Model at Villas at Greenview West in the in the Westbury Single Family neighborhood starting from $2,165. The second greatest value California apartment is the 22572 Dunleigh Dr Model at 22572 Dunleigh Dr, Unit Large apt.furn.ult.incl starting at $1,625 with a $1.20 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for California apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Villas at Greenview West | The Lexington - Affordable | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.50 |
22572 Dunleigh Dr, Unit Large apt.furn.ult.incl | 22572 Dunleigh Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Spring Valley Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Settler's Landing | Boyd | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
Admiral's Landing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
The Apartments of Wildewood | (Piney Point)Cunningham | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
Park Villas | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Renovated Affordable | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
Spark Pax River | Shine | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
St. Marys Landing Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom Townhome - 568 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
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Getting Around California, MD
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Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap California Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom California Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom California Apartment is $1,674 at Spark Pax River.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom California Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in California is starting from $1,200 at Admiral's Landing.
What is the most affordable California Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap California Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Admiral's Landing and starts from $1,400.
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