
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Buena Vida Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $500 (57 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the La Buena Vida area of Davis.


805 H St

Axis at Davis

819 H St

419 University Ave

Greystone Apartments & Townhomes

Academy Lane Apartment Homes

J Street

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415 10th St, Unit Cottage-like Studio, Unit Cottage-like Studio

805 11th St
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Parkside Apartments

Renaissance Park Apartments

Pinecrest Apartments

Fountain Circle Townhomes

I Street Apartments

647 D St

Cranbrook Apartments

Pennsylvania Place

The Edge Apartments

Meadow Ridge Apartments
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Oxford Parkside Apartments

Aero Apartments

Clearwater Apartments

Sherwood and Forest Arms Apartments

Viking Apartments

2963 Audubon Cir

El Macero Apartments

Almondwood Apartments

Aggie Square Apartments

University Court
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The Drake and Anderson Court

University Square Apartments

Wake Forest

2963 Audubon Cir, Unit 2963B, Unit 2963B

Redwood Tree Apartments

College Street Apartments

Alvarado Sunset

Alhambra at Mace Ranch

Aria Davis

New Harmony
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Senior Walnut Terrace 62+

Senior Willow Glen 62+

720 D Street

2219 O'Keeffe Pl.

Camellia Apartments

411 1st St

Campus Manor

Sequoia Apartments

Dartmouth Terrace Apartments

Cascade Davis LLC
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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 | $1,735 | $1,075 | $2,349 |
| La Buena Vida 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,934 | $885 | $3,250 |
| La Buena Vida 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,179 | $640 | $3,580 |
| La Buena Vida 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $820 | $4,495 |
| La Buena Vida 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,376 | $799 | $4,900 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 57 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 $665. 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 | $665 |
| Axis at Davis | C3 | 3BR,2BA | $820 |
| Aria Davis | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $895 |
| Greystone Apartments & Townhomes | REDUCED RATES + SPECIAL: 3x2.5 1 MONTH FREE w/M... | 3BR,2BA | $1,200 |
| Parkside Apartments | Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,751 |
| Cranbrook Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Oxford Parkside Apartments | 1 Bd/1Bth | 1BR,1BA | $1,865 |
| Viking Apartments | 1 Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Clearwater Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath #55 | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Buena Vida, CA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Buena Vida area is the $2.30 price per square foot 3x2 Townhome Model at North Sycamore Villas in the in the Aspen neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value La Buena Vida apartment is the REDUCED RATES + SPECIAL: 3x2 1 MONTH FREE w/Mov... Model at Greystone Apartments & Townhomes starting at $2,913 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Mace Ranch Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Sycamore Villas | 3x2 Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| 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 |
| Casitas Apartments | 3 bdr. 1.5 bath - ILP | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.48 |
| Tanglewood | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
| Alvarado Sunset | 2TH | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Alvarado Parkside Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Cascade Davis LLC | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom flat | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| College Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Oakshade Commons | 4x3 Townhouse Pricing Per Bed | 4BR,3BA | $2.04 |
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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 a cheap apartment in La Buena Vida?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in La Buena Vida is under $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in La Buena Vida?
The cheapest apartment in La Buena Vida is Parkside Apartments which is listed at $1,772, while the average apartment in La Buena Vida costs $3,091.
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 63 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 $936 which is $2,155 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in La Buena Vida.
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