Cheap Apartments for Rent in Placentia, CA from $500 (22 Rentals)
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Placentia, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Placentia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Placentia Studio Apartments | $2,196 | $1,695 | $2,987 |
Cheap Placentia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,428 | $1,700 | $4,892 |
Cheap Placentia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,996 | $1,733 | $4,641 |
Cheap Placentia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,609 | $2,006 | $7,259 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Placentia, CA
Pricing Updated: 02/26/2025Current apartment rentals in the Placentia, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Placentia Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Clementine | $3,100 | $1,700 | 2287 |
Atwood | $3,725 | $1,980 | 2348 |
Cheapest Available Placentia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Placentia, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Homestead in the Downtown Fullerton neighborhood priced from $1,465. Hillcrest Village Senior Living in the Clementine neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,720. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Placentia apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Homestead | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
Hillcrest Village Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
Park Meadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Sycamore Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Placentia, CA
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Placentia area is the $2.50 price per square foot Plan B Model at R.C. Briarwood Apartment Homes in the in the Clementine neighborhood starting from $2,620. The second greatest value Placentia apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Corsican Apartment Homes starting at $2,615 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the East Anaheim neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Placentia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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R.C. Briarwood Apartment Homes | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
Corsican Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
Carlyle Square Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
La Ramada Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
Parkside La Palma Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
ELEVATE APARTMENT HOMES | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
El Dorado Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
Park Meadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
Valencia Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
Hillcrest Village Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
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Placentia Overview
Placentia, California, is a town of around 51,000 residents in northern Orange County. The county is home to internationally famous amusement parks like Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm and is also right next to Los Angeles and its many millions of people. Southern California is a vast metropolis encompassing several counties, and Placentia is just a tiny part. The community of Placentia is an interesting mixture of suburbia and urban sprawl, with excellent access to freeways and job centers like Anaheim and Orange. Many residents in Placentia commute during the week to jobs throughout Orange County. The city was once well-known for its proximity to the citrus industry and local farms, but the neighborhoods and apartments throughout Placentia have become more suburban rather than rural over the last half-century.
Why live in Placentia, CA?
One of the best reasons to consider Placentia for your future apartment home is that the community offers a perfect balance between quiet suburbia and the big city. You're never far from anything when you live in Southern California, and Placentia is an excellent choice for anyone interested in living in a suburban environment that's just an hour away from the beach or mountains. If you drive west, you'll greet the gorgeous Pacific and Orange County's famous beaches. If you drive northeast, you'll see beautiful mountain cities like Big Bear and Lake Arrowhead. And beyond the benefits of nearby recreation, Placentia is also a solid place to live for commuters who work in larger cities of Orange County like Anaheim, Huntington Beach, and Orange.
Best Local Schools in Placentia, CA
Brookhaven Elementary
Valencia High
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Getting Around Placentia, CA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Placentia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Placentia?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Placentia is at LA COSTA listed at $1,795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Placentia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Placentia Apartment is $1,465 at The Homestead.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Placentia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Placentia is starting from $2,150 at The Pointe at College Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Placentia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Placentia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Placita Luxe and starts from $3,630.
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