
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the UC Davis Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $521 (60 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the UC Davis area of Davis.


819 H St

538 Scripps Dr

805 H St

2302 Muir Woods Pl

Eastlake Apartments

Lakeshore Apartments - Lake Views!

Academy Lane Apartment Homes

J Street
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I Street Apartments

The Drake and Anderson Court

University Square Apartments

Oxford Parkside Apartments

Aero Apartments

Parkside Apartments

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835 H St, Unit 1

Cranbrook Apartments

Pennsylvania Place

Pinecrest Apartments
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Portage Bay Apartments

University Court

Casitas Apartments

870 Adams St

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Alvarado Parkside Apartments

Aria Davis

720 D Street

Aggie Garden Apartments

Pinon Apartments

503 1st St
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Camellia Apartments

The Trees

Clubside Apartments

162j

411 1st St

Campus Manor

828 D St

Sequoia Apartments

350a

542a
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526f

162r

515 East 8th

Glacier Point Apartments

Univ. Pines

Fountain Circle Townhomes

Chateau Apartments

2315 Glacier Place

Sherwood and Forest Arms Apartments

Anderson Court
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UC Davis, Davis, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in UC Davis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| UC Davis Studio Apartments | $1,866 | $1,600 | $2,500 |
| UC Davis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,024 | $1,550 | $3,150 |
| UC Davis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,205 | $600 | $3,400 |
| UC Davis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,126 | $951 | $3,995 |
| UC Davis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $875 | $2,500 |
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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. Aria Davis has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $715. Here are the most affordable UC 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 |
| Aria Davis | 3BR/2BA | 3BR, 2BA | $715 |
| Eastlake Apartments | INDIVIDUAL LEASE PROGRAM IMMEDIATE & FALL 2026 | 3BR, 2BA | $1,100 |
| Lakeshore Apartments - Lake Views! | 3X2K | 3BR, 2BA | $1,225 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | 1BR, 1BA | $1,550 |
| Academy Lane Apartment Homes | The Graduate | 1BR, 1BA | $1,575 |
| 162j | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,675 |
| 828 D St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,695 |
| 350a | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1,700 |
| Aero Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in UC Davis, CA
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the UC Davis area is the $0.61 price per square foot 3 Bed 3 Bath - ONE ROOM LEFT! Model at Adobe at Evergreen in the Aspen neighborhood starting from $795. The second greatest value UC Davis apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Viking Apartments in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting at $2,295 with a $1.84 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for UC Davis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adobe at Evergreen | 3 Bed 3 Bath - ONE ROOM LEFT! | 3BR, 3BA | $0.61 |
| Viking Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.84 |
| Casitas Apartments | 1 bdr. 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.77 |
| Eastlake Apartments | REDUCED RATES SPECIAL | Fall Availability! - Sp... | 2BR, 2BA | $2.19 |
| 645 Adams St | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $1.95 |
| Aria Davis | 2BR/1BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.07 |
| Westwood Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR, 1.5BA | $2.31 |
| Portage Bay Apartments | Two Bedroom - F Plan | 2BR, 1BA | $2.38 |
| 515 East 8th | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2.25 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | 1BR, 1BA | $2.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap UC Davis Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in UC Davis?
The cheapest apartment in UC Davis is Davis Creek which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in UC Davis costs $2,150.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in UC 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 28 regular apartments in UC 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 UC Davis?
Cheap apartments in UC Davis have an average cost of $950 which is $1,200 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in UC Davis.
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Beyond the Dorms: Finding Affordable and Convenient Student Housing in Sacramento
Written by: Carrie Catalano
Hi there! I'm Carrie, your local Sacramento guide, and I've called this incredible city home for over 20 years.

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis
Written by: Robin Stewart
Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
Written by: Robin Stewart
Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.
