Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northgate Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $400 (7 Rentals)

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Lampasas Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lampasas Villa

515 Lampasas AveSacramento, CA 95815
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Rio Linda Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rio Linda Manor

2671 Rio Linda BlvdSacramento, CA 95815
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Oakmont Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakmont Apartments

2730 Oakmont StSacramento, CA 95815
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Fairfield Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairfield Commons

618-631 Plaza AveSacramento, CA 95815
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Northgate, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northgate Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northgate area of Sacramento, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at River Garden Estates priced from $898. Track 281 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Northgate apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Garden Estates3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$898
Track 281 ApartmentsStudio AB UpstairsStudio,1BA$1,199
RIVER TERRACEThe American1BR,1BA$1,220

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northgate, CA

As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northgate area is the $1.91 price per square foot Trimaran Model at Delta Pointe Apartments in the in the South Natomas neighborhood starting from $2,465. The second greatest value Northgate apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at River Garden Estates starting at $898 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the Villages at Natomas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northgate apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Delta Pointe ApartmentsTrimaran3BR,2BA$1.91
River Garden Estates3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.86
Woodlake Close2x22BR,2BA$2.10
River Walk Villas2BR/ 2BA2BR,2BA$1.84
Riverglen Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.25
Tuscaro Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$2.25
Creek at 26451 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$2.23
RIVER TERRACEThe American1BR,1BA$1.79
Pheasant PointeCypress1BR,1BA$2.35
Woodlake Terrace Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Northgate, Sacramento, CA

Ranked #83

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 rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Sacramento. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment complexes for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Northgate Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

75 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northgate Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Northgate?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northgate is under $1,599.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northgate?

The cheapest apartment in Northgate is RIVER TERRACE which is listed at $1,220, while the average apartment in Northgate costs $2,984.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northgate?

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 3 regular apartments in Northgate 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 Northgate?

Cheap apartments in Northgate have an average cost of $1,832 which is $1,152 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northgate.

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