
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Davis Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $1,500 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Davis area of Davis.


University Square Apartments

I Street Apartments

212 University Ave
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Davis Studio Apartments | $1,685 | $1,685 | $1,685 |
| Downtown Davis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $1,500 | $2,295 |
| Downtown Davis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,483 | $1,995 | $2,995 |
| Downtown Davis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,995 | $3,995 | $3,995 |
| Downtown Davis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,875 | $2,875 | $2,875 |
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There are currently 8 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 1 Bed unit found at University Square Apartments priced from $1,745. I Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Downtown Davis apartments for rent in Davis, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Square Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| I Street Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Lexington Apartments | 2 Flat | 2BR,2BA | $2,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Davis, CA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Davis area is the $3.06 price per square foot 2 Flat Model at The Lexington Apartments in the in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Downtown Davis apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bath Model at I Street Apartments starting at $1,995 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the 1917 Core 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lexington Apartments | 2 Flat | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| I Street Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| University Square Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
Expert Rental Resources
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