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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foothill, CA

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Foothill area is the $2.40 price per square foot 2337 21st Ave Model at 2337 21st Ave, Unit A in the in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Foothill apartment is the 2936 Brookdale Ave Model at 2936 Brookdale Ave, Unit 2936 starting at $2,200 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Dimond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Foothill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2337 21st Ave, Unit A2337 21st Ave3BR,2BA$2.40
2936 Brookdale Ave, Unit 29362936 Brookdale Ave2BR,1BA$2.20
3423 Salisbury St3423 Salisbury St2BR,1BA$1.90
1777 & 1781 Sausal St2x12BR,1BA$2.72
2819 Garden St2819 Garden St2BR,1BA$2.50
2118 23rd Ave, Unit B2118 23rd Ave2BR,1BA$3.11
Bayo Vista Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$3.08
Lake Park Senior LivingStudio1BR,1BA$3.16
840 York ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.75
1929 26th AvenueStudioStudio ,1BA$3.32

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Frequently Asked Questions about Foothill

What type of rentals are currently available in Foothill?

There are currently 361 Apartments for Rent in Foothill, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,245 to $8,000. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Foothill ranging from $1,595 to $6,999.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Foothill?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Foothill ranges from $1,595 to $6,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,586.

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