
Cheap Homes for Rent in California, MD from $700 (8 Rentals)
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45753 Church Dr
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21640 N Essex Dr

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44790 Locust Ridge Ct

46363 Columbus Dr
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43 Merganser Ct

37006 W Lakeland Dr
California, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in California?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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California 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,833 | $1,600 | $2,100 |
California 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,385 | $1,500 | $4,000 |
California 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,411 | $750 | $3,500 |
California 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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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 |
St. Marys Landing Apartments and Townhomes | Studio - 321 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,480 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in California, MD
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the California area is the $1.72 price per square foot The Chesapeake - Renovated Affordable Model at Villas at Greenview West in the in the Westbury Single Family neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value California apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Spring Valley Apartments starting at $1,561 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Pegg Run neighborhood. 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 Chesapeake - Renovated Affordable | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.72 |
Spring Valley Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Settler's Landing | Bailey | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
Admiral's Landing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
The Apartments of Wildewood | (Piney Point)Cunningham | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
Park Villas | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
St. Marys Landing Apartments and Townhomes | Studio - 321 sqft | Studio ,1BA | $4.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about California
What type of rentals are currently available in California?
There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in California, MD with pricing that ranges from $900 to $4,293. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in California ranging from $750 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in California?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in California ranges from $750 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,301.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters
Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.