Cheap Apartments for Rent in the UC Davis Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $500 (7 Rentals)

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The Trees
Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments

The Trees

510 S Lake BlvdDavis, CA 95616
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720 D Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

720 D Street

720 D StDavis, CA 95616

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Cheapest Available UC Davis Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the UC Davis 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 UC Davis apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Anderson Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Updated - ILP2BR,1BA$640
The Spoke2x1 Triad2BR,1BA$665
Davis Creek1x1 Apt (Newly Renovated)1BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in UC Davis, CA

As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the UC Davis area is the $2.13 price per square foot 3-Bedroom B Model at Fountain Circle Townhomes in the in the Aspen neighborhood starting from $3,245. The second greatest value UC Davis apartment is the 4 Bedroom 2 bath Model at Davinci Apartments starting at $3,500 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the 1917 Core neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for UC Davis apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fountain Circle Townhomes3-Bedroom B3BR,2BA$2.13
Davinci Apartments4 Bedroom 2 bath4BR,2BA$2.36
Univ. Pines3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$1.82
Le Tournesol3 BD RENOVATED3BR,2BA$2.33
Casitas Apartments3 bdr. 1.5 bath - ILP3BR,1.5BA$0.44
Lakeshore Apartments2x2 Plan G2BR,2BA$2.18
Stonegate Village Apartments2x1.5 Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$2.19
Alvarado Sunset2TH2BR,1BA$1.96
Redwood Tree Apartments2X12BR,1BA$2.34
University Square Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.39

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Uc Davis, Davis, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for West Sacramento, CA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap UC Davis Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in UC Davis?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in UC Davis is at The Drake and Anderson Court listed at $1,595.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom UC Davis Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom UC Davis Apartment is $1,300 at Davis Creek.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom UC Davis Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in UC Davis is starting from $640 at Anderson Place Apartments.

What is the most affordable UC Davis Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap UC Davis Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Univ. Pines and starts from $2,200.

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