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6730 4th Ave
$1,0601 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

6730 4th Ave

Sacramento, CA 95817
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7626 Cornejo Way
$1,1001 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

7626 Cornejo Way

Sacramento, CA 95828
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Arbor Creek Family Apartments
from $3731 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Creek Family Apartments

8340 Elk Grove Florin RdSacramento, CA 95829
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North Avenue Apartments
from $4672 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

North Avenue Apartments

999 North AveSacramento, CA 95838
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Lofts at Globe Mills Apartments
from $505Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts at Globe Mills

1131 C StSacramento, CA 95814
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Sacramento, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sacramento, CA

Pricing Updated: 12/18/2024

Current apartment rentals in the Sacramento, CA area range in price from $373 to $9,933 with an overall median price of $2,879. The three Sacramento neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Roseville Heights at $563, Cordova at $625, and Southgate Plaza Shopping Center at $625. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Sacramento Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Roseville Heights$1,425$5636
Cordova$1,500$62528
Southgate Plaza Shopping Center$1,603$62554
Glen Elder$1,667$1,04943
Parkway South Sacramento$1,672$62540
South East$1,687$62554
Colonial Village$1,696$62599
Noralto$1,700$75023
Parkway$1,702$1,11554
Colonial Manor$1,770$49592

Cheapest Available Sacramento Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sacramento, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Madison in the North Edison neighborhood priced from $888. River Garden Estates in the Villages at Natomas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $898. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sacramento apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The MadisonA11BR,1BA$888
River Garden Estates3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$898
Twelve55 LivingRoom in 2 bedroom2BR,2BA$945
Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +Studio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$957
Hacienda GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,045
Leisure Manor ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,135
Coralaire ApartmentsThe Pine1BR,1BA$1,150
Tuscana Court1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,175
Sunset Gardens Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sacramento, CA

As of December 18, 2024 the best value apartment in the Sacramento area is the $1.55 price per square foot 621 15th St Model at 621 15th St, Unit 623 in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Sacramento apartment is the Unit #16 Model at Winding Creek Townhomes starting at $1,965 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the North Edison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sacramento apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
621 15th St, Unit 623621 15th St2BR,1.5BA$1.55
Winding Creek TownhomesUnit #162BR,1.5BA$1.51
Marconi OaksLoft1BR,1.5BA$1.46
Acacia at Carmichael ApartmentsSophia1BR,1BA$1.25
River Garden Estates3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.86
Wind Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.53
Twelve55 LivingRoom in 2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.06
Hornet Commons Student Housing2DX22BR,2BA$1.41
Academy 65B1 Semi-Shared2BR,2BA$1.02
The MadisonA11BR,1BA$1.41

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Sacramento Overview

Sacramento is a vibrant city and diverse city. Its well-balanced live/work/play lifestyle provides residents of Sacramento apartments and other locals alike with plenty of opportunity to explore a variety of interests. And the apartment rental options in Sacramento cater to the richly diverse lifestyle of the city by providing something for everyone.

Why live in Sacramento, CA?

Sacramento has something for everyone. In fact, Time magazine named it “America’s Most Diverse City”. With such an ethnically mixed population, the restaurant options to get out of your Sacramento apartments and enjoy are endless. The city also has a thriving performing arts culture with two theater companies, the Sacramento Ballet and the Sacramento Opera. The city is also home to the Sacramento Kings basketball team, the oldest franchise in the NBA. The city of Sacramento is also progressive and environmentally friendly. It is home to the Sacramento Bee. A progressive newspaper that has consistently promoted free speech, anti-racism, worker’s rights, and environmental protection. And the city is a leader in the development of clean fuel sources. The cost of living is also a factor when choosing where to live. Sacramento's cost of living is significantly lower than other major cities in California. It is 73% less expensive than San Francisco and 54% less expensive than San Jose. The cost to live in Los Angeles is 37% more than Sacramento.

Sacramento, CA
Population: 508,529

Ranked #36

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sacramento, CA

Ranked #23

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Sacramento, CA

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

71 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

33 / 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 Sacramento Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sacramento?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sacramento is at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + listed at $957.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sacramento Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sacramento Apartment is $888 at The Madison.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sacramento Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sacramento is starting from $945 at Twelve55 Living.

What is the most affordable Sacramento Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sacramento Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River Garden Estates and starts from $898.

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