Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Avenue Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $700 (19 Rentals)
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Davinci Apartments

419 University Ave

Senior Walnut Terrace 62+

Academy Lane Apartment Homes

407 University Ave
University Avenue, Davis, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Avenue?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Avenue Studio Apartments | $2,170 | $1,050 | $2,590 |
University Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,970 | $920 | $3,150 |
University Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,331 | $710 | $3,650 |
University Avenue 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,146 | $868 | $4,475 |
University Avenue 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,255 | $816 | $4,995 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Avenue Neighborhood of Davis, CA.
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Cheapest Available University Avenue Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Avenue area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Sharps & Flats priced from $1,219. Senior Walnut Terrace 62+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,388. Here are the most affordable University Avenue apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sharps & Flats | Residence 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,219 |
Senior Walnut Terrace 62+ | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,388 |
Davinci Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,430 |
Davis Creek | 1x1 Home (Brand New) | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
J Street | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Avenue, CA
As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Avenue area is the $1.21 price per square foot C1 Model at Identity Davis Student Apartments in the in the Aspen neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value University Avenue apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Flat Model at Octave starting at $1,679 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the 1917 Core neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Identity Davis Student Apartments | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1.21 |
Octave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Flat | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
The U | The Quad | 4BR,4BA | $0.88 |
Alvarado Sunset | 3TH | 3BR,2BA | $2.33 |
Chaparral Apartments | 2 x 1 (Individual Leases) - Fall 2023 Move In | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Senior Walnut Terrace 62+ | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Wake Forest | Plan A | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
207 3rd St, Unit 320 - Room A | 207 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
Davis Creek | 1x1 Home (Brand New) | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
Oakshade Commons | 4x3 Townhouse Pricing Per Bed | 4BR,3BA | $2.28 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity Avenue, Davis, CA
Ranked #12
Among neighborhoods in Davis, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including University Avenue, Davis, and the greater Sacramento area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, apartment communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the University Avenue Neighborhood in Davis, CA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
100 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
51 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 University Avenue Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Avenue?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Avenue is under $1,835.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Avenue?
The cheapest apartment in University Avenue is The Spoke which is listed at $920, while the average apartment in University Avenue costs $5,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Avenue?
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 33 regular apartments in University Avenue 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 University Avenue?
Cheap apartments in University Avenue have an average cost of $348 which is $5,647 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Avenue.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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