1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Orinda, CA (31 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Orinda?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Orinda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $1,895 | $1,895 |
Orinda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,030 | $2,195 | $4,400 |
Orinda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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Largest Available Orinda 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Orinda, CA is found at Ladera Apartments in the Campolindo neighborhood and is 650 square feet priced from $2,275. Vanguard Apartments in the Burton Valley neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 600 square feet and currently listed start at $1,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Orinda:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Ladera Apartments | A3 | 650 Sq Ft | $2,275 |
Vanguard Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
Cheapest Available Orinda 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 12, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Orinda, CA is the One Bed, One Bath Model starting from $1,895 at Vanguard Apartments in the Burton Valley neighborhood. The second most affordable Orinda 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at The Morgan Apartments starting at $1,995 in the Campolindo neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Orinda is currently $1,895. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Orinda:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Vanguard Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | $1,895 |
The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,995 |
Ladera Apartments | A3 | $2,275 |
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Getting Around Orinda, CA
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Orinda Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Orinda Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Orinda is $1,895.
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