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IMPRESSIONS APARTMENTS
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

IMPRESSIONS APARTMENTS

38045 10th St EPalmdale, CA 93550
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38220 11th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

38220 11th St

38220 11th StPalmdale, CA 93550
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Summer Wind Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summer Wind Apartments

945 E Avenue Q4Palmdale, CA 93550
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38563 Larkin Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

38563 Larkin Ave

38563 Larkin AvePalmdale, CA 93550
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La Quinta Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Quinta Apartments

38301 11th St EPalmdale, CA 93550
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Courtyard Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Courtyard Apartments

38665 E 11th StPalmdale, CA 93550
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38745 15th St E
1 Bedroom Apartments

38745 15th St E

38745 15th St EPalmdale, CA 93550
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Maison's Palmdale
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maison's Palmdale

6510 65th St EPalmdale, CA 93552
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Willows by Riva Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Willows by Riva Park

1650 W Avenue K8Lancaster, CA 93534
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Sunwest Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunwest Apartments

1127 E Avenue JLancaster, CA 93535
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Cedar Ridge Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Ridge Apartments

2105 E Avenue J8Lancaster, CA 93535
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Palmdale, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Palmdale, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/03/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Palmdale, CA area range in price from $1,094 to $4,893 with an overall median price of $2,423. The three Palmdale neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Daybreak in Lancaster at $1,095, Fieldstone Siena at $1,094, and Palmdale Central City at $1,095. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Palmdale Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Daybreak in Lancaster$1,952$1,09530
Fieldstone Siena$1,952$1,09455
Palmdale Central City$1,952$1,09534
Somerset Creek$1,952$1,09546
The Vineyards$1,952$1,09436
Anaverde$2,000$1,29519
Barrel Springs$3,350$1,09440
Madeleine Court$3,350$1,0941
Silver Leaf$3,350$1,09420

Cheapest Available Palmdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Palmdale, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 4th St. Apartments in the Fieldstone Siena neighborhood priced from $1,295. Sunset Ridge in the The Palms at Anaverde neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,386. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palmdale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
4th St. ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,295
Sunset RidgeOne Bedroom One Bath - Affordable Housing Pr...1BR,1BA$1,386
Villa Sierra Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,395
Mountain Shadows Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,395
Ridgeview Village ApartmentsDownstairs Madison1BR,1BA$1,490

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmdale, CA

As of April 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Palmdale area is the $1.81 price per square foot 5327 Meredith Ave Model at 5327 Meredith Ave in the in the Fieldstone Siena neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Palmdale apartment is the 3x2 Model at Juniper Valley Townhomes starting at $1,952 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Fieldstone Siena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palmdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5327 Meredith Ave5327 Meredith Ave4BR,2BA$1.81
Juniper Valley Townhomes3x23BR,2BA$1.68
Canyon Creek ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.87
Shadow Springs Apartments2x2 9642BR,2BA$1.65
Avalon Park Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.77
Mountain Shadows Apartments22BR,1BA$1.98
Park Circle ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$1.82
38551 10th Pl E, Unit A38551 10th Pl E2BR,2BA$1.88
Villa Sierra Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 bath2BR,1.5BA$1.95
4th St. ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.96

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Palmdale Overview

Located in the Antelope Valley region of southern California, and considered part of the greater Los Angeles area, Palmdale combines west coast charm with a scenic mountain backdrop to yield a one-of-a-kind living experience. Currently home to over 150,000 residents and showing no sign of slowing down anytime soon, this winning California hot spot is an excelent option for anyone in the market for a new place to call home.

Why live in Palmdale, CA?

Offering easy access to not only an assortment of universities including California State and the AERO Institute, but also close proximity to the job market and excitement of great LA, Palmdale apartments for rent are sure to appeal to a large cross-section of the population. Situated against the backdrop of the gorgeous San Gabriel Mountains, this thriving California city combines a barrage of convenient amenities with plenty of that intangible weloming west coast spirit.

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Getting Around Palmdale, CA

Walk Score®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palmdale Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Palmdale?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Palmdale is under $1,595.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Palmdale?

The cheapest apartment in Palmdale is 4th St. Apartments which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in Palmdale costs $2,423.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Palmdale?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Palmdale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Palmdale?

Cheap apartments in Palmdale have an average cost of $729 which is $1,694 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Palmdale.

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