Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Sacramento Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $400 (58 Rentals)

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Lofts at Globe Mills
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts at Globe Mills

1131 C StSacramento, CA 95814
Senior Living
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Ary Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ary Place

1717 S StSacramento, CA 95811
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Lions Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lions Court

2210 T StSacramento, CA 95816
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2713 T St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2713 T St

2713 T StSacramento, CA 95816
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2517 U St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2517 U St

2517 U StSacramento, CA 95818
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La Valentina
3 Bedroom Apartments

La Valentina

331-429 12th StSacramento, CA 95814
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3810 H St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3810 H St

3810 H StSacramento, CA 95816
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728-730 E St.
1 Bedroom Apartments

728-730 E St.

728 E StSacramento, CA 95814
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Braden Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Braden Manor

2323-2325 H StSacramento, CA 95816
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Ken's Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ken's Apartments

3116 2nd AveSacramento, CA 95817
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Peacock Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Peacock Gardens

2125 Fair Oaks BlvdSacramento, CA 95825
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Siesta Crestwood
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Siesta Crestwood

1716 O StSacramento, CA 95811
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Capitol Lanai
1 Bedroom Apartments

Capitol Lanai

1300-1312 G StSacramento, CA 95814
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Liv1621
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Liv1621

1621 Hood RdSacramento, CA 95825
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Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Sacramento Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Sacramento area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Twelve55 Living priced from $450. Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $957. Here are the most affordable Downtown Sacramento apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Twelve55 LivingBed in 2 bedroom2BR,2BA$450
Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +Studio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$957
WexlerC1 XL Private3BR,3BA$1,199
Woodlake Terrace Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,240
Howe Manor Apartments1 Bedroom w/ Central HVAC1BR,1BA$1,250
The Kress RoyalStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
THE ELEVEN HUNDREDStudioStudio,1BA$1,300
University River VillageUV - 1x11BR,1BA$1,300
Howe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,300
Howe Manor East1x1 6801BR,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Sacramento, CA

As of February 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Sacramento area is the $1.90 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Reserve at Cadillac Apartments in the in the River Park neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Downtown Sacramento apartment is the 2123 3rd St Model at 2123 3rd St, Unit B starting at $1,900 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Sacramento apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Reserve at Cadillac ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.90
2123 3rd St, Unit B2123 3rd St2BR,1BA$1.86
Sierra Regency ApartmentsSierra Terrace2BR,1BA$1.77
Twelve55 LivingBed in 2 bedroom2BR,2BA$0.51
Summer Trace Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.76
Liv16212 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.88
1710 1/2 16th St., Unit 1710 half1710 1/2 16th St.1BR,1BA$1.81
Academy 65B1 Semi-Shared2BR,2BA$1.02
Howe Manor Apartments1 Bedroom w/ Central HVAC1BR,1BA$1.92
Woodlake Terrace Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA

Ranked #4

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Central Sacramento. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Sacramento Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Sacramento?

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

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

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Sacramento is starting from $450 at Twelve55 Living.

What is the most affordable Downtown Sacramento Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Sacramento Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wexler and starts from $1,199.

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.

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