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Apartments for Rent in California under $400
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    560 N. Kingsley Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90004
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    5/5 Anonymous on Feb 1, 2024

    Living here has been a great! Couldn't be more grateful for the staff!

    5/5 Shields on Jan 20, 2023

    I love living here. It's a very peaceful place and has a good energy about it.

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    2901 Portage Bay West, Davis, CA 95616
    3 BEDS $105+
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    3704 And 3710 South Bentley Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90034
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    1145 Edgeworth, Daly City, CA 94015
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    146 Mcallister Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
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    560 N. Kingsley Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90004
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    1521 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94133
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    1111 James Donlon Blvd., Antioch, CA 94509
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    700 Carey Road, Oceanside, CA 92058
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    1455 N. Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91104
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    3543 Brook Street, Lafayette, CA 94549
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    3500 Mentone Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90034
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    6737 De Soto Ave, Canoga Park, CA 91303
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    725 Burnett, San Francisco, CA 94131
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    945-947 Oak Street, San Francisco, CA 94117
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    969-979 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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    5014 Melrose Avenue / RESI, Los Angeles, CA 90038
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    3729 Vinton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034
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    704 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
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    280 Witmer St., Los Angeles, CA 90026
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    16930 Blackhawk Street, Granada Hills, CA 91344
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    765 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
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    3631 Watseka Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90034
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    840 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109
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    344 Monte Vista Ave, Oakland, CA 94611
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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 15 Jan 2025.

What are the best apartments in California?

The best apartments in California are: Meridian Apartments, Mission Hills, Nobel Court, Waterstone at Metro and Canyon Crest.

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 16% of California’s rentals, 54% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 28% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in California under $400

Are you looking for a smart space where you can easily combine comfort with convenience? You will surely find the property that perfectly fits your needs with this variety of options. RentCafe offers you 831 apartments for rent in California from 634 modern buildings, so you’ll certainly find something suitable for you. If you want to live alone or with your partner, you might want to look for a studio or browse through our selection of 1 bedroom apartments. If you need more space but you don’t want to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent, check out our 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments for less than $400, and make the most out of your budget.

Finding the best rental near you

California is an amazing place to call home, with several rentals under $400 for you to choose from. There are many options and filters you can apply to your search to make the process easier and to find your next apartment faster and more efficiently. Asking yourself ‘are there any cheap apartments near me’? With our helpful filters, you can easily find the home of your dreams that also fits within your budget. With rent prices as low as $105 in California, you can find affordable and appealing apartments that match your requirements. Sort your search by ‘Rent’ ascending to see the cheapest ones at the top of the list. As soon as you find your perfect apartment, make sure to contact the property to check for availability or apply online directly on RentCafe.

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