Apartments For Rent in Nevada City, CA

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Apartments For Rent Near Nevada City, CA

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What Locals Say about Nevada City

  • Rol W
    "148 miles each way gets along some weeks, but it sure is pretty in the winter. And the farmers market’s nice."
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  • Mason Emmett
    "Long and obnoxious but beautiful and peaceful, full of wonderful views And beautiful rivers and lots of wildlife "
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  • Mason Emmett
    "The peace is what makes this area a beautiful place to live and the river is the specialty of this place along with the views and nature you don’t get anywhere else. "
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  • Nv6k4wxyjp
    "I live in the small community of Cascade Shores. Everybody hangs out in front of the Cascade Shores Market where they have tables and chairs. We also have community BBQ’s at Lost Mine Lake and a big community yard sale once a year. "
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  • Nv6k4wxyjp
    "During the summer and early fall, there are community barbecues at the park around Lost Mine Lake in Cascade Shores. "
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  • Nv6k4wxyjp
    "There is no public transportation. The commute by car is fine during most of the year but we get quite a bit of snow from January through March. "
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  • Nicholas/Bonnie R.
    "They don’t want no more flat landers up here in these parts. So many kids are dying from the drugs & the out of Towner marijuana farmers brought in the cartels & tons of violent crime. The crime rate is one of the highest in the USA. Used to be a special little town until it got watered down by those from outta town."
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  • Carolyn.dardick
    "What commute? No commute bc work from home. Good internet. Husbands commute is 7 minutes no stoplights. "
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  • Anon
    "I guess it’s a good town I mean besides all the crack heads and 12 year old smoking weed before, at, and after school besides that it’s decent good hikes, beautiful river, and pretty lakes not much else to do though "
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  • Adrienne Lincoln
    "We have a wonderful neighborhood and everyone loves dogs here. Nice trail on ditch to walk dogs also. Can see lots of nature, birds, ducks, geese, cows and babies. Best time is 9-11. & 2-3pm, 6-8"
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  • Dtylice
    "Artists and writers have a strong presence in the community. Our neighbors are watchful, willing to help share the unwritten ‘rules’ that will allow us to coexist. All our neighbors are dog peeps, too."
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  • Saradavis0901
    "Lots of parades, fairs and downtown events. Peaceful community, lots of wildlife and fresh air. Community College centrally located, which makes it easy for everyone to get to."
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  • Sharon A.
    "Wonderful town with lots of history and great community involvement. We play a lot and love parades! Lakes, hiking trails, the Yuba River, there's so much to do so close by. Charm, character, top of the line fun!"
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  • Larry E. G.
    "great place to live! The cultural activities are high here. Especially in the music "
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  • tahoenow
    "Close to town yet with a country feel. Quite and safe for singles, couples or families. Beautiful flora with ample bird species and non-threatening wildlife."
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  • Pam F.
    "Hike and bike, ski the Sierras in the winter, swim in the Yuba River in the Summer, watch your kid march down Broad Street in the school marching band, or play football on a top HS team. And Halloween? You've never seen anything like it! Hurry!"
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  • christineinshoes
    "I find the neighborhood peaceful and private. Wonderful natural surroundings. Coolest area in Nevada County in the summer, clean, walking trails and friendly neighbors."
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  • mariner2442442
    "Cascade shores is an outstanding up and coming community with tremendous future potential. Walking distance to Scott's Flat Lake which offers a wealth of recreational opportunities, sailing, kayaking, fishing, and watersports. Go hiking or mountain biking right from your back door. Nevada City schools are fantastic and there are always community events."
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  • exhero
    "Home construction, landscaping, services, layout and location highly admired. E.g. Historic towns, closeness to education, shopping and medical services. Most lower section homes have views. City services. Underground utilities. True value of the CC&R's can be assessed by careful reading, observation and experience. (Creator of CC&R's no longer lives here or oversees CC&R protections -- from owners of barking dogs, for example.) "
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  • cercisblaze
    "Birchville Road is extremely popular for walkers, joggers, and bike riders. This is the best neighborhood on the San Juan Ridge - and closest to Nevada City. The people are great, the area is among the quietest in the county, some very large homes and generally large land parcel zoning contribute to this protected (exclusive) country scene. Homes are rarely for sale on this desireable road, the neighbors just stay and dont want to leave! Crime and other problems (like marijuana culivation) which has become very common elsewhere in Nevada County (especially in the south county, upper San Juan Ridge, Penn Valley, and Cedar Ridge/Rollins areas) just are not problems in the Birchville and French Corral neighborhoods. If you like to garden a real banana belt exists here in the winter due to great air drainage to the nearby canyons. As it is the last high point betwen the two Yuba Canyons, daily dirunal winds keep it cooler in the summer than surrounding outlying areas of Nevada County like Penn Valley, Smartsville, south county, and Lake Wildwood. It is possible to keep tomaotes with limited protection until December many years, and still have a nice summer with days rarely in the 90's. Mountain Bounty Farm has discovered this area the last couple of years and is leasing farm land here instead of expanding in the upper cold San Juan Ridge areas. Their CSA/Farm is impressive to drive past in the summer, a real show! Views to the Sierra crest, coast range, and Sacramento valley are available on the more exclusive properties. Wildlife abounds and the birdwatching is incredible. Bridegport State park, BLM land at the end of Birchville Road, South Yuba State Park, Malakoff Diggins State Park, and Forest Service lands are all in very close reach. "
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Average Rent Trends in Nevada City, CA

Rent in Nevada City, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Aug 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$2,250
Jul 2025$2,250
Aug 2025$2,400
Sep 2025$2,295
Oct 2025$2,250
Nov 2025$2,250
Dec 2025$2,350
Jan 2026$2,250
Feb 2026$2,350
Mar 2026$2,000
Apr 2026$1,950
May 2026$2,295
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,600$2,250$3,800$2,995$2,250
Townhomes—$2,250$2,795—$2,250
Apartments and Condos$1,600$1,600$4,500—$1,740
Houses$1,515$2,300$3,800$2,800$2,800
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Nevada City, CA

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Nevada City, CA?
    The average rent of an apartment in Nevada City, CA is $1,654 per month. This is about 14% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Nevada City, CA?
    The average rent of a house in Nevada City, CA is $2,800 per month. This is about 45% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in Nevada City, CA?
    The average rent of a townhome in Nevada City, CA is $2,250 per month. This is about 17% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Nevada City, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Nevada City, CA was lowest in Mar 2025 when it was $1,825 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Nevada City, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Nevada City, CA was highest in Aug 2025 when it was $2,400 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Nevada City, CA?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Nevada City, CA is $1,600 per month. That is about $200 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Nevada City, CA?
    There are 34 available rental listings in Nevada City, CA.
  • What are some zip codes in Nevada City, CA?
    Nevada City, CA includes zip codes such as: 95959, 95960.
  • What are some cities near Nevada City, CA?
    Some nearby cities include: Washington, Alleghany, Dutch Flat, Alta, North San Juan. These cities may have more rental options to explore.