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Downtown Grass Valley 2 Bed/1 Bath with Tall Ceilings Large Private Deck
$1,895
225 South Church Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 274-2802
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Air conditioning, and Refrigerator
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Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in the picturesque Grass Valley,
$2,600
375 Alta Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 272-1631
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated + more
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435 Henderson Street
$2,095
435 Henderson Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
1 unit available
2 bed
Historic Access
Near Historic Downtown Grass Valley Shops & Dining
Live close to the charm of historic downtown Grass Valley with easy access to local shops and wonderful dining experiences. Residents love the peaceful, family-friendly neighborhood with its quiet streets and welcoming community atmosphere. Several parks and trails nearby offer endless opportunities for enjoying the outdoors.
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2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 2 Story House Walking Distance to Downtown Grass Valley
$2,000
526 Ivy Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 272-1631
1 unit available
2 bed
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W/D hookup, Dishwasher, Garage, Extra storage, Carpet, and Refrigerator
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526 Mill St - B 1 Bed
1 Bed • 1 Bath • 500 sqft
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311 N Church St 2 Bed
2 Beds • 1 Bath
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307 1/2 N Church St 3 Bed
3 Beds • 1 Bath • 900 sqft
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Downtown Grass Valley 2 Bed/1 Bath with Tall Ceilings Large Private Deck 2 Beds, 1 Bath, $1895
2 Beds • 1 Bath • 975 sqft
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2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 2 Story House Walking Distance to Downtown Grass Valley 2 Beds, 2 Baths, $2000
2 Beds • 2 Baths • 1100 sqft
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Vintage Arts Crafts style, fully-remodeled, 2-bedroom, 1 bath house within walking distance to downtown Grass Valley!
$2,050
108 Richardson Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 274-2802
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, and Range
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Adorable 2 Bedroom One Bathroom Home Close to Downtown Grass Valley and Shopping
$2,000
665 South Auburn Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 272-1631
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, and Fireplace
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Adorable 1 Bedroom House Downtown Grass Valley
$NaN
336 Second Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 272-1631
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W/D hookup, Dishwasher, and Refrigerator
526 Mill St - B
$1,550
526 Mill Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 429-5080
1 unit available
1 bed
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In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated, and Furnished
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255 N Auburn Street
$2,000
255 North Auburn Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 212-7748
1 unit available
3 bed
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In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Media room, Range, and Refrigerator
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311 N Church St
$1,675
311 North Church Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 212-7748
1 unit available
2 bed
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On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dogs allowed, Parking, Ceiling fan, and Media room
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Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in the picturesque Grass Valley, 2 Beds, 2 Baths, $2600
2 Beds • 2 Baths • 1650 sqft
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127 Highlands Court 2 Bed
2 Beds • 2 Baths • 1103 sqft
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435 Henderson Street 5
2 Beds • 1.5 Baths
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Vintage Arts Crafts style, fully-remodeled, 2-bedroom, 1 bath house within walking distance to downtown Grass Valley! 2 Beds, 1 Bath, $2050
2 Beds • 1 Bath • 1000 sqft
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2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 2 Story House Walking Distance to Downtown Grass Valley 2 Beds, 2 Baths, $2000
2 Beds • 2 Baths • 1100 sqft
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127 Highlands Court
$2,175
127 Highlands Court, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 460-1127
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Carport, Recently renovated, Extra storage + more
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307 1/2 N Church St
$1,850
307 North Church Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 212-7748
1 unit available
3 bed
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W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Dogs allowed, Parking, and Media room
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The average rent in Grass Valley is Ask for a studio, $1,550 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $1,885 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

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In Grass Valley, the average rent is for a studio, $1,550 for a 1-bedroom, $1,885 for a 2-bedroom, and $1,850 for a 3-bedroom.

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Grass Valley apartments that allow pets.

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Grass Valley.

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Grass Valley. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include William Jessup University, and Sierra College.

Grass Valley is the location of two of the highest producing and richest mines during the California Gold Rush period. The Empire Mine and the parts of the North Start Mine both appear on the National Register of Historic Places.

True, the area went through a few name changes in those fluid 49er days and once again after the gold pans stopped sparkling, Grass Valley really put the bust in the boom-bust cycle. But Grass Valley today is a historic place with modern amenities that you'll be happy to call home.

Moving to Grass Valley

First settled in the start of the California Gold Rush, Grass Valley gained and lost population based on the fortunes found in the hills and streams in its Sierra Nevada home. By the start of the 20th century, the population was generally stable enough to support all the hallmarks of an established city: schools, clubs, churches, etc. An active mining town as recently as the post-war years, the cost of mining eventually exceeded the elemental allure of the precious metal, and operations ceased by the 1950s. Oh, you should pack a pie plate, though, because there is still gold in them thar hills. You may as well pan for some in the surrounding streams and rivers. We're sure that, in a pinch, landlords would except gold nuggets as a security deposit on your new rental home in Grass Valley.

We're just kidding about the gold nuggets, though we're sure it'd put you at the top of any landlord's list. Nuggets aside, make sure you bring along all the necessary paperwork to prove you're worthy of renting. Bank statements, letters of reference, rental history, copies of your ID and a recent credit report will put you on any landlord's nice list.

Neighborhoods of Grass Valley

There is a neighborhood for ever taste and housing need in Grass Valley. Here are a few of our favorites:

Downtown: Mill and Main Streets mark the heart of Grass Valley, replete with Gold Rush era buildings, rambling sidewalks, and local charm hanging in the air around you. If you don't mind sharing the streets with tourists, you may want to look into an apartment for rent here. You'll find 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, a few studio apartments and some smaller homes appropriately sized for the compact historic core.

Brunswick Road Area: Northeast of the historic city center, you'll find some more modern housing options. Condos for rent dot the modern streets and offer expected amenities like community playgrounds, pools and fitness centers. You won't be able to walk to as many bars and restaurants, but you'll enjoy the relaxation offered here.

Alta Sierra: South of the city center along Highway 49, connecting Grass Valley to Auburn and Interstate 80, you'll find Alta Sierra. This area, six miles south of the city center, is perfect if you're looking for a more traditional suburban neighborhood, but in a forest setting. Alta Sierra is a popular area with 3- and 4-bedroom houses for rent. You definitely can't walk to downtown from here (maybe you can hike? Pack a snack), but you'll enjoy the best of traditional neighborhood living in a wooded setting.

Lake Wildwood: A gated community designed around a golf course, this area is somewhat exclusive and offers all of the modern neighborhood amenities and housing you could want while keeping you close to the natural beauty of the Sierra. Town homes and detached homes rule here.

Living in Grass Valley

Don't let the historic buildings or the tall pines fool you: this is a full-service city. Spas? Concerts? Museums? Theaters? Check, check, check, and check. Not to mention wine tasting, whitewater-splashed recreational opportunities, historic sites and more. Your problem will be having too much to do, not the opposite.

Grab your planner or crack open your online calendar because we've got a year's worth of community events for you. Besides Cornish Christmas, the Sierra Festival of the Arts kicks off the summer each Memorial Day Weekend. Artists from Grass Valley and across the state gather to exhibit their work. From established artists to emerging talent, this is a great event to visit when you need to decorate your new rental home.

Round out your summer with the Nevada County Fair in August. FFA and 4H Shows, corn dogs- all of the stereotypical fun we might secretly love brings the Nevada County Fairgrounds to life. In September, don't miss the Draft Horse Classic. You might recognize these massive horses from their Super Bowl ads. Think Clydesdales. Catch horse shoeing contests, halter shows, competitions, and more.

When you're tired of the fair fun, get dressed up and head to one of Grass Valley's finest restaurants like Tofanelli's, located in a building nearly as old as the town itself. This place has over 100 omelets (challenge accepted?) and reflects the best of each California season in its ingredients. If you need a steak, hit up Cirino's, which specializes in steak, roasts, seafood and pasta. Speaking of seafood, Kaido Sushi blends traditional and modern Japanese cuisine on historic Main Street.

If you want to recreate your favorite local dishes at home, check out Tess' Kitchen Store on Mill Street where you can pick up the right kitchen tool or take a cooking class to expand your culinary repertoire. The historic downtown core offers specialty boutiques that will enable you to win the gift-giver award at every birthday party you attend in perpetuity. Basics (read: big box stores) are just south of the city center along Highway 49.

While walking around the historic downtown area is the easiest way to soak yourself in local history and current flavor, you'll need a car to live comfortably here. There is local transit and even some regional service, but having your own wheels will make both the hunt for an apartment for rent and daily life here (errands, commute, the boring stuff) far easier.

As mentioned, mining is no longer the bedrock of the Grass Valley economy. Tourism and the service industry have moved into the void left by that industry's departure. Grassy Valley is also a viable, albeit longer commute from job centers in the Sacramento Valley -- both in Sacramento itself and neighboring communities like Roseville. The traffic is nothing compared to what San Franciscans and Los Angelenos face, so the move to Grass Valley is perfect for those who need mountain air and more trees than what's available on the valley floor below.

Agriculture provides another economic engine here -- vestiges of Gold Rush era farms and ranches exist today. The largest growing crop? Grapes to fuel the areas burgeoning wine industry.

Apartments for Rent in Grass Valley, CA

Downtown Grass Valley 2 Bed/1 Bath with Tall Ceilings Large Private Deck

Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in the picturesque Grass Valley,

435 Henderson Street

2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 2 Story House Walking Distance to Downtown Grass Valley

Vintage Arts Crafts style, fully-remodeled, 2-bedroom, 1 bath house within walking distance to downtown Grass Valley!

Adorable 2 Bedroom One Bathroom Home Close to Downtown Grass Valley and Shopping

Adorable 1 Bedroom House Downtown Grass Valley

526 Mill St - B

255 N Auburn Street

311 N Church St

127 Highlands Court

307 1/2 N Church St

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Grass Valley Apartment Renter's Guide

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Apartments for Rent in Grass Valley, CA

Downtown Grass Valley 2 Bed/1 Bath with Tall Ceilings Large Private Deck

Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in the picturesque Grass Valley,

435 Henderson Street

2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 2 Story House Walking Distance to Downtown Grass Valley

Vintage Arts Crafts style, fully-remodeled, 2-bedroom, 1 bath house within walking distance to downtown Grass Valley!

Adorable 2 Bedroom One Bathroom Home Close to Downtown Grass Valley and Shopping

Adorable 1 Bedroom House Downtown Grass Valley

526 Mill St - B

255 N Auburn Street

311 N Church St

127 Highlands Court

307 1/2 N Church St

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Find an apartment for rent in Grass Valley, CA

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Living in Grass Valley, CA

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