
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Cape Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $500 (39 Rentals)
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819 H St

1 E Covell Blvd

Axis at Davis

Octave

4213 San Jeronimo Terrace

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4213 San Jeronimo Terrace

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647 D St

J Street

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Pennsylvania Place

Meadow Ridge Apartments

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El Macero Apartments

Sharps & Flats

Viking Apartments

2963 Audubon Cir

Moore Village

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New Harmony

Senior Walnut Terrace 62+

Senior Willow Glen 62+

720 D Street

Camellia Apartments

162j

411 1st St

Campus Manor

Cascade Davis LLC
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301 7th St

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510 9th St
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 | $2,178 | $1,685 | $2,500 |
| South Cape 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $865 | $3,150 |
| South Cape 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,078 | $739 | $3,580 |
| South Cape 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,179 | $860 | $3,995 |
| South Cape 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,817 | $799 | $4,350 |
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There are currently 39 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 $860. 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 | $860 |
| 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 | $1,695 |
| Pinecrest Apartments | 1x1 Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,765 |
| Viking Apartments | 1 Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Redwood Tree Apartments | 1X1 Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,932 |
| Univ. Pines | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Cascade Davis LLC | Leasing for Fall 2026 | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Cape, CA
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Cape 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 South Cape apartment is the D1 Model at Sterling 5th Street starting at $1,404 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the 1917 Core 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharps & Flats | Residence 3 | 4BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Sterling 5th Street | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.97 |
| Tanglewood | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Greystone Apartments & Townhomes | REDUCED RATES + $244 CREDITED EA. MO: 3BED/2BAT... | 3BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| Axis at Davis | C4-ALT | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Octave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| The Edge Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Cascade Davis LLC | Leasing for Fall 2026 | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Oakshade Commons | 4x3 Flat Pricing Per Bed | 4BR,3BA | $1.99 |
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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 The Spoke which is listed at $1,675, 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 70 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 $746 which is $2,499 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Cape.
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