
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Davis Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $500 (1 Rental)
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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 | $1,707 | $1,595 | $1,745 |
| Central Davis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $925 | $3,250 |
| Central Davis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,282 | $670 | $2,887 |
| Central Davis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,147 | $2,740 | $3,700 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Davis, CA
As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Davis area is the $1.82 price per square foot 3BR/1.0BA Model at Univ. Pines in the in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Central Davis apartment is the 3TH Model at Alvarado Sunset starting at $2,800 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Aspen neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Univ. Pines | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Alvarado Sunset | 3TH | 3BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Westwood Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.53 |
| St. George Apartments | 2 BD/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Wake Forest | Plan A | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Alvarado Parkside Apartments | Flat | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Aero Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| J Street | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Pennsylvania Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 835 H St, Unit 1 | 835 H St | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
Getting Around the Central Davis Neighborhood in Davis, CA
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
98 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Davis Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Davis?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Davis is under $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Davis?
The cheapest apartment in Central Davis is Pennsylvania Place which is listed at $1,578, while the average apartment in Central Davis costs $3,075.
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 5 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 $171 which is $2,904 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Davis.
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