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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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Cheap Orinda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,403 | $1,525 | $3,790 |
Cheap Orinda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,897 | $2,195 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Orinda Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Orinda, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vanguard Apartments in the Burton Valley neighborhood priced from $1,895. The Morgan Apartments in the Campolindo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Orinda apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Vanguard Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Ladera Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orinda, CA
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Orinda area is the $3.38 price per square foot A3 Model at Ladera Apartments in the in the Campolindo neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Orinda apartment is the One Bed, One Bath Model at Vanguard Apartments starting at $1,895 with a $3.16 price per square foot in the Burton Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orinda apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ladera Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
Vanguard Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
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Best Local Schools in Orinda, CA
Wagner Ranch Elementary
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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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