
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Cape Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $500 (30 Rentals)
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Axis at Davis

1 E Covell Blvd

3028 Bryant Pl

819 H St

2414 Amapola Dr

Octave
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647 D St

805 11th St, Unit Apartment 4

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

Moore Village

Alhambra at Mace Ranch

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Senior Walnut Terrace 62+
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720 D Street

2219 O'Keeffe Pl.

510 9th St

206 2nd St

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411 1st St
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South Cape, Davis, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Cape?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Cape Studio Apartments | $1,843 | $1,685 | $2,349 |
| South Cape 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $865 | $3,150 |
| South Cape 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,129 | $739 | $3,580 |
| South Cape 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,483 | $820 | $4,195 |
| South Cape 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,683 | $799 | $4,350 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Cape Neighborhood of Davis, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Cape Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Cape area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Spoke priced from $739. Axis at Davis has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $820. Here are the most affordable South Cape apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 + REDUCED RATES! Now Leasing for ... | 3BR,2BA | $1,200 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Parkside Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,691 |
| Cranbrook Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Viking Apartments | 1 Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Clearwater Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath #55 | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Univ. Pines | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Cape, CA
As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Cape 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 South Cape 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 South Cape 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 |
| 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 |
| Octave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| El Macero Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Sharps & Flats | Residence 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| College Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Cascade Davis LLC | Leasing for Fall 2026 | 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 LifestyleSouth Cape, Davis, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Cape Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Cape?
The cheapest apartment in South Cape is Davis Creek which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in South Cape costs $3,245.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Cape?
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 46 regular apartments in South Cape 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 South Cape?
Cheap apartments in South Cape have an average cost of $784 which is $2,461 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Cape.
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