Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Encina Neighborhood of Arden-Arcade, CA from $610 (61 Rentals)

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Larkspur
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$1,318 - $2,127

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Larkspur

2525 Larkspur LnSacramento, CA 95825
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The Luxe Apartments
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$1,452 - $2,630

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The Luxe Apartments

2501 Hurley WaySacramento, CA 95825
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property at 1019 Dornajo Way
$1,495

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1019 Dornajo Way, Unit 162

1019 Dornajo Way
SacramentoCA95825
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property at 770 Carro Dr
$1,575 - $1,750
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770 Carro Dr

SacramentoCA95825
property at 1112 Evelyn Ln
$1,575
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1112 Evelyn Ln

SacramentoCA95864
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Birchwood Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Birchwood Gardens

1225 Bell StSacramento, CA 95825
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Polynesian Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Polynesian Apartments

1830-1834 Bell StSacramento, CA 95825
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Ten Forty
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ten Forty

1040 Fulton AveSacramento, CA 95825
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Arden Fair Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arden Fair Apartments

2228 Royale RdSacramento, CA 95815
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Wright Place
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wright Place

1930 Wright StSacramento, CA 95825
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Arden Aire Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arden Aire Apartments

1960-1972 Ethan WaySacramento, CA 95825
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Fulton Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fulton Apartments

1400 Fulton AveSacramento, CA 95825
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Liv1621
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Liv1621

1621 Hood RdSacramento, CA 95825
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1540 Hesket Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

1540 Hesket Way

1540 Hesket WaySacramento, CA 95825
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Northrop Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Northrop Apartments

2510 Northrop AveSacramento, CA 95825
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The Canopy
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Canopy

1257 Fulton AveSacramento, CA 95825
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1214 Bell Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1214 Bell Street

1214 Bell StSacramento, CA 95825
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Pavilion Townhomes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pavilion Townhomes

2511 Northrop AveSacramento, CA 95825
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Arden Bell Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arden Bell Apartments

1625 Bell StSacramento, CA 95825
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Wyda Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

Wyda Way

2443 Wyda WaySacramento, CA 95825
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Bell Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bell Park Apartments

1600 Bell StSacramento, CA 95825
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Encina, Arden-Arcade, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Encina Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Encina area of Sacramento, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at ETHAN TERRACE priced from $1,110. The Eleven Hundred has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Encina apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ETHAN TERRACE1x11BR,1BA$1,110
The Eleven HundredStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Marigold Lane Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,275
1214 Bell Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,295
The Canopy1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,337
Howe Manor East Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,349
Heatherwood Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,350
Willow Grove ApartmentsStudio AspenStudio,1BA$1,384
Villa Del Rio ApartmentsThe Baja1BR,1BA$1,395
ReNew ArdenFolsom1BR,1BA$1,399

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Encina, CA

As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Encina area is the $1.65 price per square foot 2x1 Model at Fulton Villa Apartments in the in the Del Paso Manor neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Encina apartment is the 2x2 Model at Mode starting at $1,975 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Encina apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fulton Villa Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.65
Mode2x22BR,2BA$1.98
Larkspur2x1.5A Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.98
The Carla by Trion Living2x1R2BR,1BA$1.79
Hacienda Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.80
Larkspur Park2x12BR,1BA$1.94
The ChloeOne Bedroom R1BR,1BA$1.99
Arden Town Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.04
Marigold Lane Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.86
Howe Manor East Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.98

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Encina, Arden-Arcade, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Encina, Arden-Arcade, and the greater Sacramento area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, multifamily communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Encina Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Encina?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Encina is under $1,399.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Encina?

The cheapest apartment in Encina is ETHAN TERRACE which is listed at $1,110, while the average apartment in Encina costs $1,599.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Encina?

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 11 regular apartments in Encina that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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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