Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Macero Gardens Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $500 (34 Rentals)

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Moore Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Moore Village

2444 Moore BlvdDavis, CA 95618
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New Harmony
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

New Harmony

3030 Cowell BlvdDavis, CA 95618
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Senior Willow Glen 62+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Senior Willow Glen 62+

310 Becerra WayDavis, CA 95618
Senior Living
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Cascade Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cascade Apartments

771 Pole Line RdDavis, CA 95618
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Clearwater Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clearwater Apartments

4141 Cowell BlvdDavis, CA 95618
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Cottages on 5th
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cottages on 5th

500 Pole Line RdDavis, CA 95618
Student Housing
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4828 Cowell Blvd
3 Bedroom Apartments

4828 Cowell Blvd

4828 Cowell BlvdDavis, CA 95618
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SEVILLE AT MACE RANCH
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

SEVILLE AT MACE RANCH

4501 Alhambra DrDavis, CA 95618
Student Housing

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El Macero Gardens, Davis, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available El Macero Gardens Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the El Macero Gardens area of Sacramento, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Axis at Davis priced from $820. Octave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable El Macero Gardens apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Axis at DavisC33BR,2BA$820
Octave3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse3BR,2BA$1,100
Greystone ApartmentsEARLY MOVE-IN + REDUCED RATES! Now Leasing for ...3BR,2BA$1,200
Davis Creek1x1 Mobile Home1BR,1BA$1,600
Cascade ApartmentsLeasing for Fall 20262BR,1BA$1,995
Sorrento2x22BR,2BA$2,199
The Edge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$2,250
The CelesteStudioStudio,1BA$2,349
Tanglewood2X22BR,2BA$2,499
El Macero Apartments3x23BR,2BA$2,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Macero Gardens, CA

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Macero Gardens 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 Gardens 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 Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sterling 5th StreetD14BR,4BA$0.96
Avalon3x3 Townhome3BR,3BA$2.34
Sharps & FlatsTownhome 13BR,2.5BA$2.21
Axis at DavisC4-ALT3BR,2BA$1.09
Octave3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse3BR,2BA$0.91
El Macero Apartments3x23BR,2BA$2.32
Tanglewood2X22BR,2BA$2.31
Cascade ApartmentsLeasing for Fall 20262BR,1BA$2.35
Davis Creek1x1 Mobile Home1BR,1BA$2.43
Oakshade Commons4x3 Townhouse Pricing Per Bed4BR,3BA$2.01

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
El Macero Gardens, Davis, CA

Ranked #60

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Macero Gardens Apartments

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

The cheapest apartment in El Macero Gardens is Davis Creek which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in El Macero Gardens costs $3,187.

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

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 57 regular apartments in El Macero Gardens 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 Gardens?

Cheap apartments in El Macero Gardens have an average cost of $848 which is $2,339 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in El Macero Gardens.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Finding an Affordable Gem: A Sacramento Locals Guide to the Best Bang-for-Your-Buck Neighborhoods to Rent

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Hi there, I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Sacramento, California. I was born and raised in Sacramento, and started my own family here.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.