Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Davis, CA from $700 (1 Rental)
Rental terms in Davis as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
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Davis, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Davis?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Davis Studio Apartments | $1,856 | $995 | $2,590 |
Davis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,040 | $920 | $3,150 |
Davis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $710 | $3,780 |
Davis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,155 | $868 | $4,475 |
Davis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,763 | $816 | $5,995 |
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Getting Around Davis, CA
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Davis Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Davis?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Davis is under $1,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Davis?
The cheapest apartment in Davis is The Spoke which is listed at $920, while the average apartment in Davis costs $3,691.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Davis?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,529 regular apartments in Davis that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Davis?
Cheap apartments in Davis have an average cost of $938 which is $2,753 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Davis.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.

Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics
Written by: Trey Huguley
When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.