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  10. Building Photo - 44034 Carolside Ave
    1 BED, 0.5 BATH
    $1,150
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    Base Rent$1,150
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    Total Monthly Price$1,150

    44034 Carolside Ave

    44034 Carolside Ave, Lancaster, CA 93535
  31. Building Photo - 37320 Hazel Ct
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,500

    37320 Hazel Ct Unit Studio

    37320 Hazel Ct, Palmdale, CA 93550
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Lancaster, CA Apartments for Rent

Lancaster is located in the western Mojave Desert as part of the Antelope Valley, approximately 70 miles north of downtown Los Angeles. Famous for its pioneering solar energy initiatives and featuring the Musical Road that plays the William Tell Overture when driven over, this charter city in northern Los Angeles County offers a desert setting with mountain views. Those searching for apartments for rent in Lancaster will discover a range of options across the city's growing neighborhoods, with average rents remaining more affordable than much of California.

The city provides convenient access to shopping, dining, and entertainment along The BLVD, a downtown district that serves as a central gathering spot. Outdoor recreation opportunities include the Prime Desert Woodland Preserve and nearby Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve, where spring wildflower blooms draw visitors each year. Lancaster is accessible via State Route 14, which connects the area to the Los Angeles Basin through the San Gabriel Mountains, making it a practical option for those commuting to the greater Los Angeles region. The city's proximity to Edwards Air Force Base and its aerospace industry heritage contribute to local employment, while the Lancaster Performing Arts Center and extensive trails offer lifestyle amenities for renters seeking both affordability and desert living.

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  • Antelope Valley 636 Sq Ft $1,805/mo

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Soar High (Students on Academic Rise) School

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Lancaster High

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Antelope Valley High

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Eastside High

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Desert Sands Charter

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Joe Walker Middle

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Amargosa Creek Middle

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Gifford C. Cole Middle

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Tierra Bonita Elementary

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Eastside Elementary

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Valley View Elementary

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John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary

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