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Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +
420 I StSacramento, CA 95814
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Sacramento Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $500 (61 Rentals)
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Howe Manor Apartments
950 Howe AveSacramento, CA 95825
2209 W St
SacramentoCA95818
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Track 281 Apartments
321 Bercut DrSacramento, CA 95811
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Woodlake Terrace Apartments
53 Dean RdSacramento, CA 95815
2827 I St
SacramentoCA95816
1125 F St
SacramentoCA95814
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The Kress Royal
818 K StSacramento, CA 95814
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City Park
815 E St StSacramento, CA 95814
2383 Arden Wy
SacramentoCA95825
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The Eleven Hundred
1100 Howe AveSacramento, CA 95825
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Howe Manor East
2251 Northrop AveSacramento, CA 95825
1860 Ethan Way
SacramentoCA95825
1860 Ethan Way
SacramentoCA95825
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Riverbridge Apartments
1025 University AveSacramento, CA 95825
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E Street Apartments
1321 E StSacramento, CA 95814
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Riverglen by the River
725 Howe AveSacramento, CA 95825
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The Riverview (55+)
415 P StSacramento, CA 95814
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1961 Howe AveSacramento, CA 95825
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L St Apartments
3207-3213 L StSacramento, CA 95816
2308 P St
SacramentoCA95816
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Studio30 Residences
500 16th StSacramento, CA 95814
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Varenna Senior Apartments (Senior Living)
2351 Wyda WaySacramento, CA 95825
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Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Sacramento?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Sacramento Studio Apartments | $1,849 | $957 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Sacramento 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,229 | $1,020 | $8,966 |
| Downtown Sacramento 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,766 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Sacramento 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,561 | $698 | $6,104 |
| Downtown Sacramento 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,098 | $675 | $2,395 |
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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 $550. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twelve55 Living | Bed in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $550 |
| Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $957 |
| Track 281 Apartments | Studio AB Upstairs | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Wexler | C1 XL Private | 3BR,3BA | $1,240 |
| Woodlake Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
| The Eleven Hundred | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Howe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Ken's Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Liv1621 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| 1214 Bell Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Sacramento, CA
As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Sacramento area is the $1.84 price per square foot 808 E St Model at 808 E St, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,559. The second greatest value Downtown Sacramento apartment is the Hurley Place Model at Hurley Place starting at $1,900 with a $1.49 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 808 E St, Unit 2 | 808 E St | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Hurley Place | Hurley Place | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Reserve at Cadillac Apartments | One Bedroom w/ Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Sierra Regency Apartments | Sierra Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Riverglen by the River | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.92 |
| Twelve55 Living | Room in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Summer Trace Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Academy 65 | B1 Semi-Shared | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Arden Bell Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Woodlake Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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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 a cheap apartment in Downtown Sacramento?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Sacramento is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Sacramento?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Sacramento is Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + which is listed at $1,020, while the average apartment in Downtown Sacramento costs $2,680.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Sacramento?
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 43 regular apartments in Downtown Sacramento 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 Downtown Sacramento?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Sacramento have an average cost of $437 which is $2,243 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Sacramento.
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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.