Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Macero Central Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $400 (4 Rentals)

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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

New Harmony

3030 Cowell BlvdDavis, CA 95618

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El Macero Central, Davis, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Macero Central, CA

As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Macero Central area is the $0.69 price per square foot The Quad Model at The U Davis in the in the Mace Ranch Park neighborhood starting from $910. The second greatest value El Macero Central apartment is the 3X2 Model at Tanglewood starting at $2,600 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the 1917 Core neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Macero Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The U DavisThe Quad4BR,4BA$0.69
Tanglewood3X23BR,2BA$2.00
Axis at DavisC4-ALT3BR,2BA$1.09
Octave2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse2BR,2BA$1.90
El Macero Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.26
4903 Cowell Blvd, Unit OasisApartmentsACDAD4903 Cowell Blvd2BR,1BA$2.24
Sorrento2x22BR,2BA$2.35
University Square Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.39
Oakshade Commons2x2 Pricing Per Bed2BR,2BA$2.25
835 H St, Unit 1835 H StStudio ,1BA$2.49

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El Macero Central, Davis, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Western Sacramento, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Macero Central Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in El Macero Central?

The cheapest apartment in El Macero Central is Davis Creek which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in El Macero Central costs $2,250.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in El Macero Central?

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 112 regular apartments in El Macero Central 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 El Macero Central?

Cheap apartments in El Macero Central have an average cost of $939 which is $1,311 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in El Macero Central.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!