
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Macero Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $500 (29 Rentals)
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Sorrento

The Celeste

Tanglewood

Moore Village

Alhambra at Mace Ranch

New Harmony

Senior Walnut Terrace 62+
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Senior Willow Glen 62+

Cascade Davis LLC

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Cottages on 5th

4828 Cowell Blvd

SEVILLE AT MACE RANCH
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5042 Glide Dr
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 | $1,895 | $1,700 | $2,635 |
| El Macero 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,225 | $894 | $3,580 |
| El Macero 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,226 | $820 | $3,765 |
| El Macero 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,732 | $799 | $4,350 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 29 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 | EARLY MOVE-IN JUNE/JULY + 1 MO FREE! Now Leasi... | 3BR,2BA | $1,200 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Cascade Davis LLC | Leasing for Fall 2026 | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Sorrento | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,199 |
| The Edge Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| The Celeste | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,349 |
| Tanglewood | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,499 |
| El Macero Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Macero, CA
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Macero 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 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 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 |
| Octave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| 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 |
| Cascade Davis LLC | Leasing for Fall 2026 | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Oakshade Commons | 4x3 Townhouse Pricing Per Bed | 4BR,3BA | $2.01 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEl Macero, Davis, CA
Ranked #72
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 54 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 $639 which is $2,606 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in El Macero.
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