
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Core Neighborhood of Davis, CA (148 Rentals)


Greenhaus

Tanglewood

Pennsylvania Place

J Street

The Lexington Apartments

Oakshade Commons

Cambridge House Apartments

The Arbors
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University Square Apartments

Academy Lane Apartment Homes

Viking Apartments

Cabin View Davis

Axis at Davis

Meridian Place

I Street Apartments

Avalon

Sorrento
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Octave

Sharps & Flats

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835 H St, Unit 1

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415 10th St, Unit Cottage-like Studio

805 H St

819 H St

1312 Toyon Plz

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231 3rd St

4 Dickens Terrace
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538 Scripps Dr

547-547 I St

623-619 5th St

503 1st St

214 A St

449 J St

515-517 K St

516 K St

648 K St

1319-1321 E 8th St
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815 Chestnut Ln

2277 Halsey Cir

406 Scripps Dr

1321 Chestnut Ln

Mission Villas Condominiums

University View Townhomes

Sterling Court

310-318 D St

401 E St

434-436 D St
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Downtown Core, Davis, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Core?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Core Studio Apartments | $1,851 | $1,595 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Core 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,003 | $1,550 | $3,150 |
| Downtown Core 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,982 | $600 | $3,400 |
| Downtown Core 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,176 | $860 | $3,995 |
| Downtown Core 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,668 | $925 | $4,350 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Core?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,250 | $2,000 | $2,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,829 | $1,250 | $3,695 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,095 | $795 | $3,395 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $5,595 | $5,595 | $5,595 |
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There are currently 148 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Core Neighborhood of Davis, CA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Core, Davis, CA
Ranked #66
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Core
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Core area of Davis, CA?
As of today, September 07, 2026, there are currently 148 available Downtown Core apartments priced from $600 to $4,350, with an average monthly rent of $2,111.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Core Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Core ranges from $1,550 to $3,150 with an average monthly rent of $2,003.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Core cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Core range from $600 to $3,400. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,982.
How expensive are Downtown Core Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 23 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Core on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $860 to $3,995 - averaging $2,176 for the location.
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