
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Golden Oaks Neighborhood of Citrus Heights, CA from $1,100 (39 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Golden Oaks area of Citrus Heights.


Sierra Square

Birdcage Village

Spring Creek Apartments

Creekside Estates

Greenback Gardens

Sunrise Oaks

Legacy Park Apartments

Woodglen at the Meadows
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Oak Creek Village

Greenback Ridge

The Reva

8145 Lin Oak Way, Unit 2

Sunrise Creek Apartments

Edgewater
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The Renaissance Apartments

Foxborough

7225 Camel Rock Way

Greenback Terrace Apartments

7517 St Philomena Way

Antelope Creek Apartments

7820 Sayonara Dr

Creekside Colony

Summerfield Place
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Copperwood Apartments

Arborelle

Heather Downs

6328 Bonham Cir

7928 Garry Oak Dr

6938 Tarocco Way

Hazel Wood Apartments

Heather Ridge

Eclipse 96
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6239 Pecan Ave

ECLIPSE 96

5953 Moss Creek Cir
Golden Oaks, Citrus Heights, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Golden Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Oaks Studio Apartments | $1,451 | $1,350 | $1,675 |
| Golden Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $1,350 | $2,053 |
| Golden Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $1,500 | $2,395 |
| Golden Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,465 | $2,000 | $2,825 |
| Golden Oaks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,295 | $3,295 | $3,295 |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Golden Oaks Neighborhood of Citrus Heights, CA.
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Cheapest Available Golden Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Golden Oaks area of Sacramento, CA is a Studio unit found at The Meadows priced from $1,250. Sierra Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Golden Oaks apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadows | The Maple | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Sierra Square | One Bedroom and One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Hazel Wood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,355 |
| Spring Creek Apartments | Spacious Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Sunrise Oaks | Fern | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Legacy Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Woodglen at the Meadows | 1BD, 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Birdcage Village | Heron | 2BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Montage at Fair Oaks | Oak Premium Plus | 1BR,1BA | $1,588 |
| Oak Creek Village | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Golden Oaks, CA
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Golden Oaks area is the $2.26 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Heather Ridge in the in the Northridge Hills neighborhood starting from $2,273. The second greatest value Golden Oaks apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Reva starting at $1,919 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Rusch Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Golden Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heather Ridge | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| The Reva | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Greenback Terrace Apartments | 2 Beds/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Greenback Gardens | 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Sunrise Center Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Greenback Ridge | Napa | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Creekside Estates | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Legacy Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Sierra Square | One Bedroom and One bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Birdcage Village | Cardinal | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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Best Local Schools in Golden Oaks, Citrus Heights, CA
Oakview Community Elementary
Casa Roble Fundamental High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Golden Oaks Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Golden Oaks?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Golden Oaks is under $1,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Golden Oaks?
The cheapest apartment in Golden Oaks is Sierra Square which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Golden Oaks costs $1,755.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Golden Oaks?
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 24 regular apartments in Golden Oaks that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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