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Senior Apartments at B20

1990 Belgium AveChico, CA 95928
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Nelson, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Nelson Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Nelson, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes priced from $468. Post on Nord in the Downtown Chico neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $971. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nelson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$468
Post on NordD14BR,4BA$971
The Grand Complex1x11BR,1BA$1,050
The Social Chico® DormsStudio1BR,1BA$1,099
Summer Village ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1,290

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelson, CA and Nearby

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nelson area is the $1.27 price per square foot 1521 Nord Ave Model at Nord Gardens in the starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Nelson apartment is the 4 bedroom No garage Model at Pomona Townhomes starting at $1,945 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Downtown Chico neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nelson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Nord Gardens1521 Nord Ave4BR,2BA$1.27
Pomona Townhomes4 bedroom No garage4BR,2BA$1.30
Cedar Park Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.20
Summer Village ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.44
Courtyard at OakdaleTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.71
Hazel Student Living3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.50
La Vista Apartments**Reserve for SUMMER 2025** La Vista Apartments3BR,2BA$1.48
Chico Meadow ApartmentsUpgraded Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.54
Acacia ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.70
Glenbrook ApartmentsStandard One Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.56

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nelson Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Nelson?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Nelson is at Post on Nord listed at $1,659.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nelson Apartment is $468 at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nelson is starting from $554 at Olive Ranch Senior Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Nelson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Nelson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Vista Apartments and starts from $1,475.

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