
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Sacramento, CA (1,905 Rentals)


The Bernice

Kinect at Southport

Capitol Towers - Luxury Midrise

The Press at Midtown Quarter

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Envoy

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LINQ Midtown

Sunflorin Village
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Miramonte and Trovas

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Homecoming at Creekside

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The Phoenix Sacramento

Arbor Ridge 1

Juniper

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University River Village

Woodlake Close

The Edge
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The Eleven Hundred

Aspire Sacramento

Charleston

Riverstone

The Mansion

The Palms

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The Grove at Woodlake
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ZINC 1501

Tower Broadway

The Eames

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Ona

Kind Downtown

The Mod at Midtown

Alira

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Fountain Grove

Quail Pointe

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Legado de Ravel

Ice House Midtown

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The Solstice Apartments

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Creek at 2645

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Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sacramento?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento Studio Apartments | $1,648 | $957 | $2,811 |
Sacramento 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,817 | $822 | $4,751 |
| Sacramento 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,166 | $575 | $5,773 |
| Sacramento 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,752 | $898 | $6,836 |
| Sacramento 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,541 | $609 | $5,703 |
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Sacramento 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: March 03, 2026There are currently 17873 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Sacramento, CA that range in price from $660 to $8,103. North Sacramento, South Sacramento and Outer N Sac Natomas N Highlands are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Sacramento with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Sacramento | 415 | $1,899 | $822 |
| South Sacramento | 405 | $1,850 | $822 |
| Outer N Sac Natomas N Highlands | 346 | $1,650 | $900 |
| Downtown Sacramento | 293 | $1,950 | $822 |
| Chinatown | 217 | $1,999 | $1,020 |
| The Bridge District | 217 | $1,977 | $822 |
| Upper Land Park | 202 | $1,949 | $822 |
| Downtown West Sacramento | 195 | $1,999 | $1,020 |
| Pioneer Bluff | 189 | $1,999 | $1,020 |
| Outer Carmichael Citrus Heights | 179 | $1,515 | $1,074 |
Largest Available Sacramento 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Sacramento, CA is found at Capitol Towers - Luxury Midrise in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood and is 1,580 square feet priced from $4,171. Marconi Oaks in the Arcade Village neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,132 square feet and currently listed start at $1,550. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Sacramento:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Towers - Luxury Midrise | Elite - Townhome | 1,580 Sq Ft | $4,171 |
| Marconi Oaks | 1,132 Sq Ft | $1,550 | |
| The Hardin | 1 Bed townhome | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
| F65 Lofts | 1 Bed / Loft | 1,020 Sq Ft | $2,249 |
| Avanti | Palermo + Den | 975 Sq Ft | $2,280 |
| Granite Point | Calm + Den | 975 Sq Ft | $1,989 |
| Landing at Riverlake | The Clipper | 970 Sq Ft | $1,975 |
| South Park Village Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 950 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Cypress Apartments | 1 Bedroom + Den | 840 Sq Ft | $2,950 |
Cheapest Available Sacramento 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 03, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Sacramento, CA is the 29 Model starting from $1,000 at Fairway Apartments in the Mira Loma neighborhood. The second most affordable Sacramento 1 Bedroom is the The Harper Model at Ashford Heights Apartments starting at $1,020 in the Antelope Trails neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Sacramento is currently $1,817. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Sacramento:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Fairway Apartments | 29 | $1,000 |
| Ashford Heights Apartments | The Harper | $1,020 |
| Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,020 |
| Courtyard Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,025 |
| Northlake Senior Apartments (55+) | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,042 |
| The Madison | A1 | $1,074 |
| The Cascades Apartments | The Shasta | $1,100 |
| St. Anton Building Apartments | 1BR/1BA | $1,121 |
| Delta Cove Apartments, LLC | 1 Bed/1 Bath #99 | $1,125 |
| Casa Lido Apartments | One bedroom | $1,145 |
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Sacramento Overview
Sacramento is a vibrant city and diverse city. Its well-balanced live/work/play lifestyle provides residents of Sacramento apartments and other locals alike with plenty of opportunity to explore a variety of interests. And the apartment rental options in Sacramento cater to the richly diverse lifestyle of the city by providing something for everyone.
Why live in Sacramento, CA?
Sacramento has something for everyone. In fact, Time magazine named it “America’s Most Diverse City”. With such an ethnically mixed population, the restaurant options to get out of your Sacramento apartments and enjoy are endless. The city also has a thriving performing arts culture with two theater companies, the Sacramento Ballet and the Sacramento Opera. The city is also home to the Sacramento Kings basketball team, the oldest franchise in the NBA. The city of Sacramento is also progressive and environmentally friendly. It is home to the Sacramento Bee. A progressive newspaper that has consistently promoted free speech, anti-racism, worker’s rights, and environmental protection. And the city is a leader in the development of clean fuel sources. The cost of living is also a factor when choosing where to live. Sacramento's cost of living is significantly lower than other major cities in California. It is 73% less expensive than San Francisco and 54% less expensive than San Jose. The cost to live in Los Angeles is 37% more than Sacramento.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Sacramento Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Sacramento with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Sacramento is at Fairway Apartments listed at $1,000.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Sacramento Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Sacramento is $1,817.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Sacramento Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Sacramento is a 1,580 square feet unit starting from $4,171 at Capitol Towers - Luxury Midrise.
What is the average size for Sacramento 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Sacramento is currently 572 sq ft.
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