
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Johannesburg, CA from $700 (29 Rentals)
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Aurora Village II Senior Living 55+

213 Panamint Ave

726 N Sanders St

328 W Upjohn Ave

714 N Sanders St

717 W Reeves Ave

235 W Robertson Rd
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1126 Strecker St

601 E Ridgecrest Blvd

1621 Sims St

424 N Alvord St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Johannesburg?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Johannesburg Studio Apartments | $1,375 | $950 | $1,800 |
Johannesburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,614 | $850 | $3,402 |
Johannesburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,832 | $975 | $3,902 |
Johannesburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,440 | $1,330 | $3,708 |
Johannesburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,295 | $1,159 | $3,884 |
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Cheapest Available Johannesburg Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Johannesburg, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Desert Oasis Apartments in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood priced from $945. Montara Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johannesburg apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Desert Oasis Apartments | 1+1 Down - Regular | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Montara Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
209 E Grace St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Sunset Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Sunrise Vista Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Aurora Village II Senior Living 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Maison's Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,346 |
Desert Heights | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Park Circle Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Norma Street | 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johannesburg, CA and Nearby
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Johannesburg area is the $1.65 price per square foot Three Beds Two Baths Model at Arbor on Date in the in the Westview Estates neighborhood starting from $1,811. The second greatest value Johannesburg apartment is the 2+2 Model at Norma Street starting at $1,550 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johannesburg apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Arbor on Date | Three Beds Two Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
Norma Street | 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
Park Circle Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Windrose Apartments | 2x1.5 840 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.96 |
209 E Grace St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Casa Bonita | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Sunrise Vista Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Montara Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Sunset Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Desert Oasis Apartments | 1+1 Down - Regular | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Getting Around Johannesburg, CA
Walk Score®
6 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
8 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johannesburg Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Johannesburg Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Johannesburg Apartment is $945 at Desert Oasis Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Johannesburg Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Johannesburg is starting from $1,100 at 209 E Grace St.
What is the most affordable Johannesburg Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Johannesburg Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Desert Oasis Apartments and starts from $1,445.
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