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Continental Terrace

6921 Lewiston WaySacramento, CA 95828
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2707 I St
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2707 I St

2707 I StSacramento, CA 95816
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Sacramento's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sacramento, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/03/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Sacramento, CA area range in price from $528 to $17,000 with an overall median price of $2,966. The three Sacramento neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Roseville Heights at $622, Rio Linda - Elverta at $1,350, and Sacramento City College at $1,295. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Sacramento Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Roseville Heights$1,495$6226
Rio Linda - Elverta$1,550$1,3502
Sacramento City College$1,650$1,2954
Cordova$1,677$99537
South Hagginwood$1,687$1,5002
Carleton Tract$1,695$1,2952
East City$1,700$57540
Willow Bend$1,772$1,34810
Park Oaks$1,823$1,37630
Colonial Heights$1,844$57586

Cheapest Available Sacramento Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sacramento, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lofts at Globe Mills in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood priced from $587. Wong Center Senior Apartments in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $723. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sacramento apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lofts at Globe MillsSenior Affordable1BR,1BA$587
Wong Center Senior Apartments1 Bedroom Plan A11BR,1BA$723
Terracina at Wildhawk2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$860
River Garden Estates3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$898
Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +Studio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$957
La Valentina ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,007
Mallard Creek ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,050
Villa Regia Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,100
The Golden LoftsEfficiency UnitsStudio,1BA$1,100
Delta Cove Apartments, LLC1 Bed/1 Bath #71BR,1BA$1,145

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sacramento, CA

As of June 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sacramento area is the $0.66 price per square foot D1 Model at The Crossings Student Apartments in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $919. The second greatest value Sacramento apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at River Garden Estates starting at $898 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the South Natomas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sacramento apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Crossings Student ApartmentsD14BR,4BA$0.66
River Garden Estates3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.86
6124 Terrell Dr2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.30
Maple 22BR2BR,1BA$1.47
Wind Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.53
Acacia at Carmichael ApartmentsSophia1BR,1BA$1.56
Hornet Commons Student Housing2DX22BR,2BA$1.45
Element Student Living2X22BR,2BA$1.45
Academy 65B1 Semi-Shared2BR,2BA$1.08
Wong Center Senior Apartments1 Bedroom Plan A21BR,1BA$1.42

Beyond the Dorms: Finding Affordable and Convenient Student Housing in Sacramento

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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 Cheap Sacramento Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Sacramento?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sacramento is under $1,145.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sacramento?

The cheapest apartment in Sacramento is Lofts at Globe Mills which is listed at $587, while the average apartment in Sacramento costs $2,966.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sacramento?

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 5,567 regular apartments in Sacramento 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 Sacramento?

Cheap apartments in Sacramento have an average cost of $628 which is $2,338 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sacramento.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Finding an Affordable Gem: A Sacramento Locals Guide to the Best Bang-for-Your-Buck Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Carrie Catalano

Hi there, I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Sacramento, California. I was born and raised in Sacramento, and started my own family here.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.