Apartments for Rent in the University Avenue Neighborhood of Davis, CA (300 Rentals)

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property at 708 Arthur St

$2,435

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$2,435
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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Sep 1

708 Arthur St

DavisCA95616
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312 3rd St, Unit C
$2,995
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1

312 3rd St, Unit C

312 3rd StDavis, CA 95616
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property at 230 J St

$1,875

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$1,875
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

230 J St

DavisCA95616
property at 819 H St

$795 - $3,495

1 To 4 Bedroom Townhomes for Rent

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819 H St

DavisCA95616
property at 805 H St

$795 - $3,395

1 To 4 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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805 H St

DavisCA95616
property at 422 Alvarado Ave

$2,190

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

422 Alvarado Ave, Unit Davis

422 Alvarado Ave
DavisCA95616

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University Avenue, Davis, CA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Avenue, Davis, CA

Ranked #8

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Davis. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have children when you rent. University Avenue has emerged as a good submarket for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and great education.

Outdoors Rating

Love parks and green spaces? this neighborhood is a highly-rated section of town for having the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

University Avenue has risen to be one of the best-regarded high-end communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, on-site concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

This part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about University Avenue

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the University Avenue area of Davis, CA?

As of today, August 07, 2026, there are currently 300 available University Avenue apartments priced from $600 to $4,350, with an average monthly rent of $2,140.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom University Avenue Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University Avenue ranges from $1,500 to $3,150 with an average monthly rent of $1,992.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University Avenue cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University Avenue range from $600 to $3,400. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,125.

How expensive are University Avenue Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 64 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University Avenue on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $765 to $3,995 - averaging $2,106 for the location.

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