
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Davis Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $500 (3 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Davis area of Davis.

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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 | $1,590 | $995 | $1,930 |
| Central Davis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,933 | $880 | $3,250 |
| Central Davis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,160 | $640 | $3,555 |
| Central Davis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,051 | $2,400 | $3,507 |
| Central Davis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,292 | $4,292 | $4,292 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Davis Neighborhood of Davis, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Davis, CA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Davis area is the $1.62 price per square foot 3BR/1.0BA Model at Univ. Pines in the in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Central Davis apartment is the 2TH Model at Alvarado Sunset starting at $2,050 with a $2.01 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 | $1.62 |
| Alvarado Sunset | 2TH | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Westwood Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.42 |
| St. George Apartments | 2 BD/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Sherwood and Forest Arms Apartments | 2 Bed Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Parkside Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Aggie Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Anderson Place Apartments | Two Bedroom - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Aero Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| The Spoke | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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 $1,676, while the average apartment in Central Davis costs $4,292.
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 25 regular apartments in Central Davis that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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