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Apartments for Rent in California under $1500

2,243 Rentals Available
Apartments for Rent in California under $1500. 2,243 Rentals Available
  • a living room with a white couch and a dining room table
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    1405 Cypress Point Ln, Ventura, CA 93003
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  • a large living room with a pool table in the middle
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    5757 Cypress Ave, Carmichael, CA 95608
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    1 BED $1,350+
  • a kitchen with white appliances and gray counter tops
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    501 S. Grand View St., Los Angeles, CA 90057
    STUDIO $1,495
  • a white house with a yard and a sidewalk in front of it
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    2265 San Anseline LLC, Long Beach, CA 90815
    STUDIO $150
  • a living room with a round table and chairs and a chandelier
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    2619 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90057
    STUDIO $1,495
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  • a house with a car parked in front of it
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    3339 S. Canfield Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90034
    1 BED $1,324+
  • a large white apartment building with trees in front of it
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    5105 Inglewood Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230
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  • a large living room with furniture and a ceiling fan
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    100 Penzance AVE, Chico, CA 95973
    1 BED $1,454+
  • a living room with couches and a coffee table
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    16 Turk Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    1 BED $950+
  • a kitchen with an island and a stove and a refrigerator
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    19609 Sherman Way, Reseda, CA 91335
    STUDIO $1,485+
  • an empty living room with wood floors and a kitchen
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    624 23Rd St, Sacramento, CA 95811
    1 BED $1,450
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  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    1666 Davinci Court, Davis, CA 95618
    4 BEDS $850+
  • a water fountain in front of a stone wall next to a swimming pool
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    10250 Country Club Dr., Jurupa Valley, CA 91752
    STUDIO $1,320+
    1 BED $1,460
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and black appliances and a sink
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    148 S Occidental Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90057
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  • a kitchen with a stove and a sink and a window
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    634 Cedar Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90802
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  • a living room with a black leather couch and a television
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    1074 Redondo Ave., Long Beach, CA 90804
    2 BEDS $1,010
  • a white building with a fence and a car parked in front of it
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    3525 Lyon Ave, OAKLAND, CA 94601
    STUDIO $300+
    1 BED $560+
    2 BEDS $1,169
  • a living room with a couch and a kitchen in the background
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    2689 Sycamore Lane, Davis, CA 95616
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  • a kitchen with a sink and a counter top
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    2805 Yosemite Blvd., Modesto, CA 95354
    1 BED $1,470+
  • a large swimming pool in front of an apartment building
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    5800 Fair Oaks Blvd., Carmichael, CA 95608
    STUDIO $1,181+
    1 BED $1,389+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator
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    433 E. 3Rd Street, Long Beach, CA 90802
    STUDIO $1,375
  • a courtyard with palm trees and a white building
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    3184 W. 8Th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90005
    STUDIO $555+
    1 BED $1,060+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    Today

    1500 7Th St, Sacramento, CA 95814
    STUDIO $1,350+
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets and a white stove
    Today

    1257 Fulton Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825
    STUDIO $1,150
    1 BED $1,450+
  • a bedroom with a bed and a window
    Today

    12286 Baja Panorama, Santa Ana, CA 92705
    1 BED $1,300
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in California last updated?

Prices and availability in California were last updated on 20 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in California?

The best apartments in California are: La Serena, Pacific Oaks, Sumida Gardens Apartments, Patterson Place and Siena Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in California?

In California, 44% of the residents are renting compared to 56% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 17% of California's rentals, 54% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 27% are single-family rentals.

Your search for apartments in California under $1,500 stops here

Finding apartments for rent in California for less than $1,500 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 2,243 available units in California, renting for under $1,500. On average, $1,384 can get you 743 Sqft in this area. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.

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