Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Core Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $1,200 (6 Rentals)

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Downtown Core, Davis, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Core Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Core area of Davis, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Axis at Davis priced from $774. The Spoke has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable Downtown Core apartments for rent in Davis, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Axis at DavisB1-ALT2BR,2BA$774
The Spoke1x1 Double1BR,1BA$920
Sharps & FlatsResidence 12BR,1BA$1,219

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Core, CA

As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Core area is the $2.31 price per square foot 3x3 Townhome Model at Avalon in the in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Downtown Core apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse Model at Octave starting at $1,546 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the 1917 Core neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Core apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avalon3x3 Townhome3BR,3BA$2.31
Octave2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse2BR,2BA$1.43
A+ Davis Location - 217 B Street, Davis CA2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.44
Sharps & FlatsResidence 12BR,1BA$1.40
Sorrento2x22BR,2BA$2.59
Parkside ApartmentsPlan 22BR,1BA$2.77
Davis Creek1x1 Home (Brand New)1BR,1BA$2.28
J StreetA1BR,1BA$2.38
The Spoke1x11BR,1BA$3.01
Oakshade Commons4x3 Townhouse Pricing Per Bed4BR,3BA$2.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Core

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Core?

There are currently 135 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Core, CA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $4,500. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Core ranging from $1,295 to $6,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Core?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Core ranges from $1,295 to $6,995 with an average monthly rent of $4,118.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Core?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Core range from $870 to $4,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,750 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.

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