
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Macero Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $700 (7 Rentals)
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Octave

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

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Macero?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Macero Studio Apartments | $2,349 | $2,349 | $2,349 |
| El Macero 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,036 | $1,195 | $2,675 |
| El Macero 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $894 | $3,580 |
| El Macero 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,283 | $820 | $3,765 |
| El Macero 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,735 | $799 | $4,350 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the El Macero Neighborhood of Davis, CA.
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Cheapest Available El Macero Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the El Macero 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 apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axis at Davis | C3 | 3BR,2BA | $820 |
| Octave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Greystone Apartments & Townhomes | REDUCED RATES + SPECIAL: 3x2.5 1 MONTH FREE w/M... | 3BR,2BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Macero, CA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Macero area is the $2.55 price per square foot 3x3 Townhome Model at Avalon in the in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value El Macero apartment is the Townhome 1 Model at Sharps & Flats starting at $2,894 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the 1917 Core neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Macero apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon | 3x3 Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $2.55 |
| Sharps & Flats | Townhome 1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.21 |
| Octave | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 4BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Greystone Apartments & Townhomes | REDUCED RATES + SPECIAL: 3x2 1 MONTH FREE w/Mov... | 3BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Axis at Davis | C4-ALT | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| El Macero Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Cascade Davis LLC | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom flat | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| College Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Oakshade Commons | 4x3 Townhouse Pricing Per Bed | 4BR,3BA | $2.04 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEl Macero, Davis, CA
Ranked #64
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 Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in El Macero?
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 40 regular apartments in El Macero 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?
Cheap apartments in El Macero have an average cost of $883 which is $2,362 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in El Macero.
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