Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Core Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $600 (4 Rentals)
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Davinci Apartments

419 University Ave
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 |
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Downtown Core Studio Apartments | $1,582 | $1,050 | $1,945 |
Downtown Core 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,922 | $925 | $3,132 |
Downtown Core 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,260 | $710 | $3,580 |
Downtown Core 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,018 | $870 | $4,007 |
Downtown Core 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,951 | $600 | $4,800 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Core Neighborhood of Davis, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Core, CA
As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Core area is the $1.21 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Flat Model at Octave in the in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting from $1,679. The second greatest value Downtown Core apartment is the 2X2 Model at Tanglewood starting at $2,495 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the 1917 Core neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Core apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Octave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Flat | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
Tanglewood | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
A+ Davis Location - 217 B Street, Davis CA | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
Sharps & Flats | Residence 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
Sorrento | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
Redwood Tree Apartments | 1X1 Type A | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
Davis Creek | 1x1 Home (Brand New) | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
J Street | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Viking Apartments | 1 Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Oakshade Commons | 4x3 Townhouse Pricing Per Bed | 4BR,3BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Core, Davis, CA
Ranked #60
Among neighborhoods in Davis, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Core Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Core?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Core is Academy Lane Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,464, while the average apartment in Downtown Core costs $3,299.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Core?
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 36 regular apartments in Downtown Core 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 Downtown Core?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Core have an average cost of $535 which is $2,764 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Core.
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