
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Macero Estates Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $500 (7 Rentals)
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Moore Village
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New Harmony

Senior Walnut Terrace 62+
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El Macero Estates, Davis, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Macero Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Macero Estates Studio Apartments | $2,349 | $2,349 | $2,349 |
| El Macero Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,876 | $1,725 | $2,635 |
| El Macero Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,114 | $894 | $3,580 |
| El Macero Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,027 | $820 | $3,765 |
| El Macero Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,492 | $799 | $4,350 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the El Macero Estates Neighborhood of Davis, CA.
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Cheapest Available El Macero Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the El Macero Estates area of Sacramento, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Axis at Davis priced from $820. Greystone Apartments & Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable El Macero Estates apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axis at Davis | C3 | 3BR,2BA | $820 |
| Greystone Apartments & Townhomes | EARLY MOVE-IN JUNE/JULY + 1 MO FREE! Now Leasi... | 3BR,2BA | $1,200 |
| Sorrento | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Macero Estates, CA
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Macero Estates area is the $0.96 price per square foot D1 Model at Sterling 5th Street in the in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting from $1,389. The second greatest value El Macero Estates apartment is the 3x3 Townhome Model at Avalon starting at $3,395 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the 1917 Core neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Macero Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling 5th Street | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.96 |
| Avalon | 3x3 Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $2.34 |
| Sharps & Flats | Townhome 1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.21 |
| Axis at Davis | C4-ALT | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| El Macero Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| Greystone Apartments & Townhomes | EARLY MOVE-IN JUNE/JULY + 1 MO FREE! Now Leasin... | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| The Edge Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Sorrento | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| The Celeste | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.93 |
| Oakshade Commons | 4x3 Townhouse Pricing Per Bed | 4BR,3BA | $2.01 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEl Macero Estates, Davis, CA
Ranked #80
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Macero Estates Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in El Macero Estates?
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 55 regular apartments in El Macero Estates 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 Estates?
Cheap apartments in El Macero Estates have an average cost of $770 which is $2,417 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in El Macero Estates.
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