
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Davis Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $521 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Davis area of Davis.


819 H St

538 Scripps Dr

805 H St

Academy Lane Apartment Homes

J Street

The Drake and Anderson Court

Aero Apartments

Oxford Parkside Apartments
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835 H St, Unit 1

Cranbrook Apartments

Pennsylvania Place

Pinecrest Apartments

University Court

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Alvarado Parkside Apartments

916-918-918 Drake Dr

Westwood Apartments
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720 D Street

Pinon Apartments

828 D St

350a

162r

515 East 8th

Univ. Pines

Anderson Court

Sherwood and Forest Arms Apartments
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Aggie Square Apartments

Wake Forest

G Street Apartments (gstreet)

Redwood Tree Apartments

Alvarado Sunset

2011 Alta Loma St

2035 Alta Loma St

1422 Drake Dr.

Sycamore Lane Apartments
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406 Scripps Dr
Central Davis, Davis, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Davis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Davis Studio Apartments | $1,754 | $1,600 | $1,810 |
| Central Davis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,015 | $1,575 | $3,150 |
| Central Davis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,947 | $600 | $3,151 |
| Central Davis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,978 | $2,909 | $3,210 |
| Central Davis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $875 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Davis Neighborhood of Davis, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Davis Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Davis area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Anderson Place Apartments priced from $640. The Spoke has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $820. Here are the most affordable Central Davis apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson Place Apartments | Two Bedroom Updated - ILP Available Soon | 2BR, 1BA | $640 |
| The Spoke | 2x2 Triad | 2BR, 2BA | $820 |
| Academy Lane Apartment Homes | The Graduate | 1BR, 1BA | $1,575 |
| 828 D St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,695 |
| 350a | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1,700 |
| Aero Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,775 |
| Oxford Parkside Apartments | 1 Bd/1Bth | 1BR, 1BA | $1,775 |
| Cranbrook Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,800 |
| 515 East 8th | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Davis, CA
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Davis area is the $1.84 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Viking Apartments in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Central Davis apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at Westwood Apartments in the Aspen neighborhood starting at $2,195 with a $2.31 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Davis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viking Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.84 |
| Westwood Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR, 1.5BA | $2.31 |
| Alvarado Parkside Apartments | Flat | 2BR, 1BA | $2.49 |
| G Street Apartments (gstreet) | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2.46 |
| 515 East 8th | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2.25 |
| Aero Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.63 |
| Cranbrook Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.77 |
| Oxford Parkside Apartments | 1 Bd/1Bth | 1BR, 1BA | $2.91 |
| The Spoke | 1x1 Full Unit | 1BR, 1BA | $2.98 |
| 835 H St, Unit 1 | 835 H St | Studio, 1BA | $2.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Davis Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Davis?
The cheapest apartment in Central Davis is Academy Lane Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,575, while the average apartment in Central Davis costs $1,983.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central 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 19 regular apartments in Central 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 Central Davis?
Cheap apartments in Central Davis have an average cost of $1,021 which is $962 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Davis.
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