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property at 805 H St

$795 - $3,495

1 To 4 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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805 H St

DavisCA95616
property at 819 H St

$795 - $3,495

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819 H St

DavisCA95616

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property at 230 J St

$1,875

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$1,875
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$1,875

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

230 J St

DavisCA95616

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property at 2300 Sycamore Ln

$2,025

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$2,025
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$2,025

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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2300 Sycamore Ln, Unit 13

2300 Sycamore Ln
DavisCA95616

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Davis, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Davis, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/28/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Davis, CA area range in price from $600 to $4,875 with an overall median price of $3,255. The three Davis neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Aggie Village at $600, Cottages South at $600, and Downtown Core at $600. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Davis Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Aggie Village$2,994$600114
Cottages South$3,160$60093
Downtown Core$3,160$60078
Kaufman and Broad$3,160$60091
Ranch Macero$3,160$60087
Rancho Yolo$3,160$600116
Downtown Davis$3,995$1,5003

Cheapest Available Davis Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Davis, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Anderson Place Apartments in the Aspen neighborhood priced from $640. Luma Davis in the Aspen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $765. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Davis apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Anderson Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Updated - ILP Available Soon2BR,1BA$640
Luma Davis3BR/1.5BA3BR,1BA$765
Axis at DavisC33BR,2BA$860
Eastlake ApartmentsINDIVIDUAL LEASE PROGRAM IMMEDIATE & FALL 20263BR,2BA$1,100
Octave3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse3BR,2BA$1,100
Greystone Apartments & TownhomesEARLY MOVE-IN JUNE/JULY + 1 MO FREE! Now Leasi...3BR,2BA$1,200
Academy Lane Apartment HomesThe Graduate1BR,1BA$1,575
Davis Creek1x1 Mobile Home1BR,1BA$1,600
University Square Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,745
Aero Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Davis, CA

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Davis area is the $1.89 price per square foot Spacious Two-Bedroom w/Full Size Washer & Drye... Model at Lakeshore Apartments - Lake Views! in the in the Aspen neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Davis apartment is the D1 Model at Sterling 5th Street starting at $1,389 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the 1917 Core neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Davis apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lakeshore Apartments - Lake Views!Spacious Two-Bedroom w/Full Size Washer & Drye...2BR,2BA$1.89
Sterling 5th StreetD14BR,4BA$0.96
SEVILLE AT MACE RANCH3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.15
Eastlake ApartmentsINDIVIDUAL LEASE PROGRAM IMMEDIATE & FALL 20263BR,2BA$0.86
Luma Davis3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$0.62
Axis at DavisC4-ALT3BR,2BA$1.09
Octave3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse3BR,2BA$0.91
Adobe at Evergreen2 Bed 2 Bath - SOLD OUT!2BR,2BA$0.77
The Spoke2x12BR,1BA$1.15
Oakshade Commons4x3 Flat Pricing Per Bed4BR,3BA$1.94

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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Davis Overview

Home to the lauded California University, Davis is a winning gem of the west coast scene and always in-demand. Offering plenty of that famous Cali sunshine and an impressive array of local amenities, this is one west coast destination well worth discovering.

Why live in Davis, CA?

Offering a youthful and welcoming spirit thanks to the large university population, Davis is a progressive city that practically epitomizes the ideal of California living. Filled with amenities ranging from retail shopping to public parklands, notable eateries to impressive art galleries, this is one west coast community well worth exploring.

Davis, CA
Population: 69,289

Ranked #521

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Davis Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Davis?

The cheapest apartment in Davis is Academy Lane Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,575, while the average apartment in Davis costs $3,255.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Davis?

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 412 regular apartments in Davis 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 Davis?

Cheap apartments in Davis have an average cost of $1,022 which is $2,233 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Davis.

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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Beyond the Dorms: Finding Affordable and Convenient Student Housing in Sacramento

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