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Apartments for Rent in California under $1200

Apartments for Rent in California under $1200. 1,367 Rentals Available
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When were prices and availability in California last updated?

Prices and availability in California were last updated on 14 Jul 2026.

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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 $1,200 stops here

Finding apartments for rent in California for less than $1,200 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 1,367 available units in California, renting for under $1,200. On average, $1,168 can get you 776 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.

We’ll help you find the best rental near you

Having to compromise on either price or location can turn your “apartments near me under $1,200” search into a nightmare. At RentCafe we recognize the importance of both. Therefore, we offer a variety of filters that can help you find exactly what you want. Sorting the results by rent, ascending, will make the cheapest units show up first on the list. Try it out! You will find that right now the cheapest apartment under $1,200 in California goes for $500 per month. If some of the results are outside the area of your choice, you can go to the left side of the screen and draw a radius or a polygon around your location. Now you will only see results that are relevant to you.