Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $900 (10 Rentals)

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Imperial Tower

331 J StSacramento, CA 95814

Chinatown, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chinatown area of Sacramento, CA is a Studio unit found at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + priced from $957. Track 281 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +Studio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$957
Track 281 ApartmentsStudio AB UpstairsStudio,1BA$1,299
Capitol Towers - Luxury MidriseUnity - StudioStudio,1BA$1,785

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, CA

As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $2.14 price per square foot 1 Bed townhome Model at The Hardin in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the 1 Bd 1 Bath - Single Story Loft Model at The Orleans Lofts starting at $2,000 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Hardin1 Bed townhome1BR,1BA$2.14
The Orleans Lofts1 Bd 1 Bath - Single Story Loft1BR,1BA$2.92
The MansionB121BR,1BA$3.63
16 Powerhouse ApartmentsTuscany1BR,1BA$3.73
Sutter Green ApartmentsLassen1BR,1BA$3.39
The StrandPebblesStudio ,1BA$3.22
Capitol Towers - Luxury MidriseAllegiance - 1X11BR,1BA$3.91
EnvoySTUDIO AStudio ,1BA$3.68
Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +Studio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$2.33
Track 281 ApartmentsStudio AB UpstairsStudio ,1BA$3.44

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chinatown, Sacramento, CA

Ranked #104

Among neighborhoods in Sacramento, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Chinatown Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

66 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chinatown?

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

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment is $1,020 at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chinatown is starting from $1,805 at Track 281 Apartments.

What is the most affordable Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Strand and starts from $2,820.

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