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Anderson Place Apartments
1850 Hanover DrDavis, CA 95616
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Luma Davis
2477 Sycamore LnDavis, CA 95616
819 H St
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Axis at Davis
2555 Research Park DrDavis, CA 95618
805 H St
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2302 Muir Woods Pl
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1659 Drew CirDavis, CA 95618
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2505 5th StDavis, CA 95618
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1660 Drew CirDavis, CA 95618
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1124 F StDavis, CA 95616
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1111 J StDavis, CA 95616
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401-403 I StDavis, CA 95616
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1805 Anderson RdDavis, CA 95616
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The Drake and Anderson Court
1905 Anderson RdDavis, CA 95616
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300 J StDavis, CA 95616
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Oxford Parkside Apartments
1424 Wake Forest DrDavis, CA 95616
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835 H St, Unit 1
835 H StDavis, CA 95616
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955 Cranbrook CtDavis, CA 95616
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2444 Moore BlvdDavis, CA 95618
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2222 Sycamore LnDavis, CA 95616
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3030 Cowell BlvdDavis, CA 95618
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Senior Walnut Terrace 62+
3101 Fifth StDavis, CA 95618
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720 D Street
720 D StDavis, CA 95616
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Aggie Garden Apartments
602 Adams StDavis, CA 95616
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555 Guava LnDavis, CA 95616
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505-525 I StDavis, CA 95616
503 1st St
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162j
224 A StDavis, CA 95616
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411 1st St
411 1st StDavis, CA 95616
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Campus Manor
230 A StDavis, CA 95616
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828 D St
828 D StDavis, CA 95616
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2255 Sycamore LnDavis, CA 95616
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350a
726 Adams StDavis, CA 95616
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407 1st StDavis, CA 95616
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512 I StDavis, CA 95616
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Cascade Davis LLC
771 Pole Line RdDavis, CA 95618
2315 Glacier Place
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162r
1930 Sycamore LnDavis, CA 95616
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515 East 8th
515 E 8th StDavis, CA 95616
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University Avenue, Davis, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Avenue?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Avenue Studio Apartments | $1,885 | $1,600 | $2,500 |
| University Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,022 | $1,550 | $3,150 |
| University Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,127 | $600 | $3,400 |
| University Avenue 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,393 | $715 | $3,995 |
| University Avenue 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,217 | $725 | $4,350 |
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Cheapest Available University Avenue Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Avenue 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 University Avenue 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 |
| Luma Davis | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR, 1BA | $715 |
| The Spoke | 2x2 Triad | 2BR, 2BA | $820 |
| Axis at Davis | B1- ALT | 2BR, 2BA | $894 |
| Octave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 3BR, 2BA | $1,100 |
| Greystone Apartments & Townhomes | NEW August REDUCED RATES - Less than $1000/Bedr... | 3BR, 2BA | $1,200 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | 1BR, 1BA | $1,550 |
| Academy Lane Apartment Homes | The Alumni | 1BR, 1BA | $1,625 |
| 162j | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Avenue, CA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Avenue area is the $1.88 price per square foot Residence 3 Model at Sharps & Flats in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value University Avenue apartment is the The Quad Model at The U Davis in the Mace Ranch Park neighborhood starting at $1,299 with a $0.98 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharps & Flats | Residence 3 | 4BR, 2BA | $1.88 |
| The U Davis | The Quad | 4BR, 4BA | $0.98 |
| Adobe at Evergreen | 3 Bed 3 Bath - ONE ROOM LEFT! | 3BR, 3BA | $0.61 |
| Octave | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 4BR, 2BA | $1.40 |
| Axis at Davis | C3-ALT | 3BR, 2BA | $1.15 |
| Viking Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.84 |
| Casitas Apartments | 1 bdr. 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.77 |
| Aria Davis | 2BR/1BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.07 |
| Luma Davis | 2BR/1BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.16 |
| Chaparral Apartments | 2 x 1 - Cancellation Available! | 2BR, 1BA | $1.25 |
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This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including University Avenue, Davis, and the greater Sacramento area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, apartment communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Avenue Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Avenue?
The cheapest apartment in University Avenue is Davis Creek which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in University Avenue costs $2,195.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Avenue?
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 58 regular apartments in University Avenue 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 University Avenue?
Cheap apartments in University Avenue have an average cost of $880 which is $1,315 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Avenue.
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