
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old East Davis Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $500 (62 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Old East Davis area of Davis.


Luma Davis

819 H St

805 H St

Axis at Davis

1 E Covell Blvd

419 University Ave

Octave

Greystone Apartments & Townhomes

4213 San Jeronimo Terrace
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4213 San Jeronimo Terrace

Academy Lane Apartment Homes

647 D St

J Street

I Street Apartments

Aero Apartments

836-838 Douglass Ave

Parkside Apartments

University Square Apartments
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Renaissance Park Apartments

University Court

Pinecrest Apartments

Oxford Parkside Apartments

Cranbrook Apartments

Pennsylvania Place

The Edge Apartments

Fountain Circle Townhomes

Sharps & Flats

Viking Apartments
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2963 Audubon Cir

2731 Bidwell St

Aggie Square Apartments

Almondwood Apartments

Redwood Tree Apartments

514-518 10th St

Wake Forest

Cambridge House Apartments

533-535 G St

Moore Village
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Aria Davis

206 2nd St

New Harmony

Senior Walnut Terrace 62+

Senior Willow Glen 62+

720 D Street

Aggie Garden Apartments

Pinon Apartments

Camellia Apartments

162j
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Old East Davis, Davis, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old East Davis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old East Davis Studio Apartments | $1,846 | $995 | $2,500 |
| Old East Davis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $865 | $3,150 |
| Old East Davis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,124 | $640 | $3,580 |
| Old East Davis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,325 | $750 | $4,195 |
| Old East Davis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,594 | $705 | $4,875 |
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There are currently 62 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old East Davis Neighborhood of Davis, CA.
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Cheapest Available Old East Davis Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old East Davis area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Anderson Place Apartments priced from $640. Luma Davis has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $705. Here are the most affordable Old East Davis 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 |
| Luma Davis | 4BR/2BA | 4BR,2BA | $705 |
| The Spoke | 2x1 Triad | 2BR,1BA | $739 |
| 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 |
| Adobe at Evergreen | Private Room in 3x3 Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,433 |
| Academy Lane Apartment Homes | The Alumni | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Aero Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old East Davis, CA
As of June 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old East Davis area is the $2.01 price per square foot Residence 3 Model at Sharps & Flats in the in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting from $2,994. The second greatest value Old East Davis apartment is the D1 Model at Sterling 5th Street starting at $1,389 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the 1917 Core neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old East Davis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharps & Flats | Residence 3 | 4BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Sterling 5th Street | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.96 |
| Adobe at Evergreen | Private Room in 3x3 Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Axis at Davis | C4-ALT | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Luma Davis | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.61 |
| Octave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| Casitas Apartments | 3 bdr. 1.5 bath - ILP | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.48 |
| Alvarado Sunset | 2TH | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Pennsylvania Place | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Oakshade Commons | 4x3 Townhouse Pricing Per Bed | 4BR,3BA | $2.01 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld East Davis, Davis, CA
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Old East Davis, 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 rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment communities for the kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old East Davis Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old East Davis?
The cheapest apartment in Old East Davis is Adobe at Evergreen which is listed at $1,433, while the average apartment in Old East Davis costs $3,187.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old East Davis?
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 89 regular apartments in Old East Davis 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 Old East Davis?
Cheap apartments in Old East Davis have an average cost of $782 which is $2,405 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old East Davis.
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