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4100 Innovator DrSacramento, CA 95834
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1945 Bell StSacramento, CA 95825
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3675 T StSacramento, CA 95816
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Sacramento 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 20, 2025

There are currently 3809 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Sacramento, CA that range in price from $700 to $8,380. South Sacramento, Outer N Sac Natomas N Highlands and North Sacramento are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Sacramento with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
South Sacramento55$2,475$700
Outer N Sac Natomas N Highlands46$2,583$898
North Sacramento41$2,590$898
Covell Park35$3,099$870
Oeste Manor35$3,099$870
University Avenue33$3,099$870
Arbors at Oakshade30$2,999$870
Covell Farms30$2,999$870
Green Meadows30$2,999$870
Interland Univ Research Park30$2,999$870

Largest Available Sacramento 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Sacramento, CA is found at The Mezzo in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood and is 3,000 square feet priced from $3,290. Westwood in the North Edison neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,850 square feet and currently listed start at $2,799. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Sacramento:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The MezzoTownhome with Garage3,000 Sq Ft$3,290
Westwood3x2.5 Townhome1,850 Sq Ft$2,799
Homecoming at CreeksideThe Drake1,730 Sq Ft$3,640
Selby Ranch Apartment HomesThe Clydesdale1,600 Sq Ft$3,025
Governor's Square ApartmentsMcDougal1,558 Sq Ft$2,950
Tanzanite3 Bedroom plus Office1,501 Sq Ft$3,349
Southwood Townhomes3 Bedroom Townhome1,441 Sq Ft$2,650
University River VillageUV - 3x21,135 Sq Ft$2,200

Cheapest Available Sacramento 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 20, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Sacramento, CA is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model starting from $898 at River Garden Estates in the Villages at Natomas neighborhood. The second most affordable Sacramento 3 Bedroom is the C1 XL Private Model at Wexler starting at $1,240 in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Sacramento is currently $2,741. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Sacramento:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
River Garden Estates3 Beds, 2 baths$898
WexlerC1 XL Private$1,240
The MadisonC2$1,671
St. Anton Ascent3x2$1,851
Meadowbrook ApartmentsThree Bedroom$1,900
South Park Village Apartments3 Bed / 1.5 Bath$2,095
The HawthorneThree Bedroom$2,150
Courtyard by Trion LivingThe Terrace$2,161
American River CommonsKings Lake$2,200
University River VillageUV - 3x2$2,200

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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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Sacramento, CA

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Getting Around Sacramento, CA

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

71 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

33 / 100

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A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Sacramento Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Sacramento with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Sacramento is at River Garden Estates listed at $898.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Sacramento Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Sacramento is $2,741.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Sacramento Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Sacramento is a 3,000 square feet unit starting from $3,290 at The Mezzo.

What is the average size for Sacramento 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Sacramento is currently 1,447 sq ft.

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