Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Meadows Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $400 (5 Rentals)

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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

New Harmony

3030 Cowell BlvdDavis, CA 95618

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University Meadows, Davis, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Meadows Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Meadows area of Sacramento, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Axis at Davis priced from $820. Davis Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable University Meadows apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Axis at DavisC33BR,2BA$820
Davis Creek1x1 Apt (Newly Renovated)1BR,1BA$1,350
Senior Willow Glen 62+2 Bed2BR,1BA$1,388

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Meadows, CA

As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Meadows area is the $1.88 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at SEVILLE AT MACE RANCH in the in the Mace Ranch Park neighborhood starting from $3,110. The second greatest value University Meadows apartment is the 3x3 Townhome Model at Avalon starting at $3,250 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the 1917 Core neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Meadows apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SEVILLE AT MACE RANCH4 Bedroom 2 Bath4BR,2BA$1.88
Avalon3x3 Townhome3BR,3BA$2.24
The U DavisThe Quad4BR,4BA$0.69
Axis at DavisC4-ALT3BR,2BA$1.09
El Macero Apartments3x23BR,2BA$2.23
Octave2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse2BR,2BA$1.90
Ellington ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$2.27
Senior Willow Glen 62+2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.52
Sorrento2x22BR,2BA$2.35
Oakshade Commons4x3 Townhouse Pricing Per Bed4BR,3BA$2.30

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Meadows, Davis, CA

Ranked #63

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

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3.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Meadows Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Meadows Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Meadows Apartment is $1,350 at Davis Creek.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Meadows Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Meadows is starting from $875 at Axis at Davis.

What is the most affordable University Meadows Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University Meadows Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Axis at Davis and starts from $820.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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