Apartments for Rent in California under $1000
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2 bd $545+3 bd $5505 bd $500Base rent4.5 (1)1100 Everton Place, Riverside, CA 92507Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Ask for pricingIncome restricted4.0 (27)10244 Arrow Route, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Ask for pricing1244-1250 W. Gardena Blvd, Gardena, CA 90247Pet friendly
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Studio $1,999Base rent3.0 (1)2221 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90018Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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2 bd $980Base rent3440 E. Ransom Street, Long Beach, CA 90804Apply online
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4 bd $695Base rent4.0 (19)621 Pomona Avenue, Chico, CA 95928Apply online • Pet friendly
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2 bd $545+3 bd $5505 bd $500Base rent4.5 (1)1100 Everton Place, Riverside, CA 92507Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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1 bd $700+Base rent4.0 (23)16 Turk Street, San Francisco, CA 94102Apply online • In unit laundry • Large Closets
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1 bd $837+2 bd $997+Base rent4.5 (7)2729 Somis Road, Somis, CA 93066Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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2 bd $980Base rent3.5 (3)1128 Temple Ave., Long Beach, CA 90804Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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4 bd $825+5 bd $980+Base rent2120 Cowell Blvd., Davis, CA 95618Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
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Ask for pricingIncome restricted4.0 (27)10244 Arrow Route, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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1 bd $685Base rent4.0 (5)3320 North Millbrook Ave, Fresno, CA 93726Pool • In unit laundry • Patio/Balcony
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Studio $595+1 bd $875+2 bd $675+Base rent4.0 (39)2901 Portage Bay West, Davis, CA 95616Cat friendly • Parking • Fitness center
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Studio $800Base rent2668 Zoe Ave, Huntington Park, CA 90255Apply online • Pet friendly
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2 bd $754+Base rent340 S. Downs St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555Pet friendly • Parking • Pool
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Studio $1,000Total monthly cost4.0 (2)516 Bay View Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744Apply online • In unit laundry
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2 bd $976+Base rent240 E Verdugo Ave, Burbank, CA 91502Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Studio $1,000+Base rent3.5 (16)2506 Country Club Blvd, Stockton, CA 95204Apply online • Pet friendly
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6 units availableStudio $450+1 bd $560+2 bd $860+Base rent3525 Lyon Ave, OAKLAND, CA 94601Pet friendly -
4 bd $595Base rent3.5 (30)1253 West 5Th St., Chico, CA 95928Pet friendly • Fitness center • Pool
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Studio $795+Base rent3.5 (3)3191 W 7TH ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90005Apply online • Fitness center • In unit laundry
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Studio $796Base rent3.5 (2)2520 CHURCH ST, OAKLAND, CA 94605Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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2 bd $7544 bd $977Base rent4.0 (1)455 E. Ash Ave, Shafter, CA 93263Parking • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
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When were prices and availability in California last updated?
Prices and availability in California were last updated on 26 Jun 2026.
What are the best apartments in California?
The best apartments in California are: Village Pointe Apartments, Arrive Paso Robles, The Vineyards Apartments, The Reserve at Warner Center and Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa.
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.
Renting apartments in California under $1,000
Searching for apartments for rent in California under $1,000 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In California, where the average rent is $1,035 per month, there are 1,277 units available for less than $1,000. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.
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