
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Davis Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $500 (5 Rentals)
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Downtown Davis, Davis, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Davis?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Davis Studio Apartments | $1,694 | $1,050 | $2,640 |
Downtown Davis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,826 | $925 | $3,027 |
Downtown Davis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,256 | $670 | $3,580 |
Downtown Davis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,631 | $699 | $3,995 |
Downtown Davis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,462 | $599 | $4,800 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Davis Neighborhood of Davis, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Davis Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Davis area of Davis, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Axis at Davis priced from $799. Sharps & Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,279. Here are the most affordable Downtown Davis apartments for rent in Davis, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Axis at Davis | B1- ALT | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
Sharps & Flats | Townhome 1 | 3BR,2BA | $1,279 |
Portage Bay Apartments | Individual Lease Program - Townhouse Single | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Davis, CA
As of July 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Davis area is the $2.31 price per square foot 3x3 Townhome Model at Avalon in the in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Downtown Davis apartment is the The Quad Model at The U Davis starting at $999 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Mace Ranch Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Davis apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Avalon | 3x3 Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $2.31 |
The U Davis | The Quad | 4BR,4BA | $0.75 |
Axis at Davis | C4-ALT | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Octave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Alvarado Sunset | 3TH | 3BR,2BA | $2.33 |
Sharps & Flats | Residence 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
Sorrento | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
Wake Forest | Plan A | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
Davis Creek | 1x1 Home (Brand New) | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
Oakshade Commons | 2x2 Pricing Per Bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Davis, Davis, CA
Ranked #16
Among neighborhoods in Davis, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Davis Neighborhood in Davis, CA
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
100 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Downtown Davis Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Davis?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Davis is Portage Bay Apartments which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in Downtown Davis costs $3,199.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 49 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Davis?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Davis have an average cost of $510 which is $2,689 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Davis.
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