
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Buena Vida Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $500 (45 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the La Buena Vida area of Davis.


819 H St

805 H St

Axis at Davis

1 E Covell Blvd

419 University Ave

Greystone Apartments

Academy Lane Apartment Homes

647 D St
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J Street

I Street Apartments

Davis Properties

Parkside Apartments

Renaissance Park Apartments

Pinecrest Apartments

Oxford Parkside Apartments

Cranbrook Apartments

University Court
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Pennsylvania Place

El Macero Apartments

Meadow Ridge Apartments

The Edge Apartments

Fountain Circle Townhomes

Viking Apartments

2963 Audubon Cir

2731 Bidwell St

Moore Village
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Aria Davis

Alhambra at Mace Ranch

New Harmony

Senior Walnut Terrace 62+

Senior Willow Glen 62+

720 D Street

2219 O'Keeffe Pl.

510 9th St

Camellia Apartments
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Dartmouth Terrace Apartments

411 1st St

Campus Manor

Sequoia Apartments

Cascade Apartments

301 7th St

Clearwater Apartments

Anderson Court

Sherwood and Forest Arms Apartments
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La Buena Vida, Davis, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Buena Vida?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Buena Vida Studio Apartments | $1,699 | $1,075 | $2,349 |
| La Buena Vida 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,906 | $865 | $3,150 |
| La Buena Vida 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,157 | $640 | $3,580 |
| La Buena Vida 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,307 | $820 | $4,200 |
| La Buena Vida 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,360 | $799 | $4,875 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the La Buena Vida Neighborhood of Davis, CA.
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Cheapest Available La Buena Vida Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Buena Vida area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Anderson Place Apartments priced from $640. The Spoke has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $739. Here are the most affordable La Buena Vida apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson Place Apartments | Two Bedroom Updated - ILP Available Soon | 2BR,1BA | $640 |
| The Spoke | 2x1 Triad | 2BR,1BA | $739 |
| Axis at Davis | C3 | 3BR,2BA | $820 |
| Greystone Apartments | EARLY MOVE-IN + REDUCED RATES! Now Leasing for ... | 3BR,2BA | $1,200 |
| Parkside Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Viking Apartments | 1 Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Sherwood and Forest Arms Apartments | 1 Bed Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| University Pines Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Redwood Tree Apartments | 1X1 Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Cascade Apartments | Leasing for Fall 2026 | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Buena Vida, CA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Buena Vida 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 La Buena Vida 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 La Buena Vida 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 |
| Axis at Davis | C4-ALT | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Casitas Apartments | 3 bdr. 1.5 bath - ILP | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.48 |
| El Macero Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| Tanglewood | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
| Alvarado Sunset | 2TH | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| The Drake and Anderson Court | 2x1 Drake | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Cascade Apartments | 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 LifestyleLa Buena Vida, Davis, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California including La Buena Vida, Davis, and the greater Sacramento area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Buena Vida Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in La Buena Vida?
The cheapest apartment in La Buena Vida is The Spoke which is listed at $1,675, while the average apartment in La Buena Vida costs $2,996.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in La Buena Vida?
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 66 regular apartments in La Buena Vida 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 La Buena Vida?
Cheap apartments in La Buena Vida have an average cost of $875 which is $2,121 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in La Buena Vida.
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