
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Willowbank Neighborhood of Davis, CA from $700 (33 Rentals)
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Octave

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Avalon

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The Celeste

Greenhaus

Unit

2127-2129 E 8th St

509 Mace Blvd

Alhambra at Mace Ranch

New Harmony

Senior Walnut Terrace 62+
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516 K St

Cottages on 5th

515-517 K St

SEVILLE AT MACE RANCH
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4828 Cowell Blvd
Willowbank, Davis, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Willowbank?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willowbank Studio Apartments | $2,424 | $2,349 | $2,500 |
| Willowbank 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $1,600 | $2,800 |
| Willowbank 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,151 | $894 | $3,400 |
| Willowbank 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,914 | $860 | $3,995 |
| Willowbank 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,535 | $799 | $4,350 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Willowbank Neighborhood of Davis, CA.
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Cheapest Available Willowbank Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Willowbank area of Sacramento, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Axis at Davis priced from $860. Octave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Willowbank apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axis at Davis | C3 | 3BR,2BA | $860 |
| Octave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Greystone Apartments & Townhomes | EARLY MOVE-IN JUNE/JULY + 1 MO FREE! Now Leasi... | 3BR,2BA | $1,200 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| University Square Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| Cascade Davis LLC | Leasing for Fall 2026 | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Edge Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Cottages on 5th | Cottages on 5th | 2BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 2x1 Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| The Celeste | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,349 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willowbank, CA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Willowbank area is the $0.96 price per square foot D1 Model at Sterling 5th Street in the in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting from $1,389. The second greatest value Willowbank apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at SEVILLE AT MACE RANCH starting at $2,900 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Mace Ranch Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Willowbank apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling 5th Street | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.96 |
| SEVILLE AT MACE RANCH | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Greystone Apartments & Townhomes | REDUCED RATES + $244 CREDITED EA. MO: 3BED/2BAT... | 3BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| Axis at Davis | C4-ALT | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Octave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| Sharps & Flats | Residence 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| The Edge Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Cascade Davis LLC | Leasing for Fall 2026 | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Oakshade Commons | 4x3 Flat Pricing Per Bed | 4BR,3BA | $1.94 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Willowbank, Davis, and the greater Sacramento area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Willowbank Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Willowbank?
The cheapest apartment in Willowbank is Davis Creek which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in Willowbank costs $3,075.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Willowbank?
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 Willowbank 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 Willowbank?
Cheap apartments in Willowbank have an average cost of $626 which is $2,449 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Willowbank.
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