Cheap Apartments for Rent in Murphys, CA from $1,000 (31 Rentals)

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Murphys, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Murphys Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Murphys, CA is a Studio unit found at Sierra Glen in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood priced from $1,150. Shepherd Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Murphys apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sierra GlenStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Shepherd Street Apartments165 Shepherd StStudio,1BA$1,295
Garfield Manor1 Bd/1 Ba D1BR,1BA$1,375
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Stanton1BR,1BA$1,385
Pleasant Valley2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1,500
Edge1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,525
Live Oak Apartments1 BED 1 BATH CLASSIC1BR,1BA$1,529
THE MARINA APARTMENTS1BD, 1BTH1BR,1BA$1,550
Santa Paula Commons Senior PropertyStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,550
Dry Creek Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,560

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Murphys, CA and Nearby

As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Murphys area is the $1.87 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments in the in the Northeast Modesto neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Murphys apartment is the 2X1.5 Townhouse Model at Pacific Crest Apartments starting at $2,000 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Central Modesto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Murphys apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.87
Pacific Crest Apartments2X1.5 Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.74
Standiford Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom S2BR,1BA$1.86
Pleasant Valley2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.56
TRAILS AT 2112The Dunhaven2BR,2BA$2.15
Garden East Apartments2x1 Unit2BR,1BA$2.06
The Redwoods Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.97
River's Edge ApartmentsThe Brook2BR,2BA$2.00
Dry Creek Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.91
Shepherd Street Apartments165 Shepherd StStudio ,1BA$1.62

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Getting Around Murphys, CA

Walk Score®

33 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

24 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Murphys Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Murphys?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Murphys is at Sierra Glen listed at $1,150.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Murphys Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Murphys Apartment is $1,375 at Garfield Manor.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Murphys Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Murphys is starting from $1,500 at Pleasant Valley.

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