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Sacramento, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sacramento, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/19/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Sacramento, CA area range in price from $550 to $10,000 with an overall median price of $3,309. The three Sacramento neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Tahoe South Park at $550, Noralto at $1,199, and Hagginwood at $898. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Sacramento Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Tahoe South Park$1,570$55030
Noralto$1,700$1,19913
Hagginwood$1,800$89828
East City$1,846$55087
Riverside$2,099$1,2502
North Edison$2,147$99433
North Highlands - Foothill Farms$2,200$99437
Del Paso Park$2,200$1,10033
Sierra Oaks$2,200$550190
South Hagginwood$2,200$1,9253

Cheapest Available Sacramento Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sacramento, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at River Garden Estates in the Villages at Natomas neighborhood priced from $898. Parkway Townhomes in the Cordova neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $945. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sacramento apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Garden Estates3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$898
Parkway TownhomesSmall 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$945
Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +Studio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$957
The MadisonA11BR,1BA$994
Delta Cove Apartments, LLC1 Bed/1 Bath #321BR,1BA$1,095
Fairway Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Lotus Landing Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,121
Mesa Verde ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,170
Coralaire ApartmentsThe Pine1BR,1BA$1,175
Tuscana Court1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sacramento, CA

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sacramento area is the $1.53 price per square foot Unit #24 Model at Winding Creek Townhomes in the in the North Edison neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Sacramento apartment is the Hurley Place Model at Hurley Place starting at $1,900 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the River Park 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.
Winding Creek TownhomesUnit #242BR,1.5BA$1.53
Hurley PlaceHurley Place2BR,2BA$1.49
Auburn VillageTwo Bedroom One Bath Cottage or Duplex2BR,1BA$1.47
River Garden Estates3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.86
Walnut Avenue Apartments1x1 ( downstairs)1BR,1BA$1.50
Wind Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.53
Twelve55 LivingRoom in 2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.18
Acacia at Carmichael ApartmentsSophia1BR,1BA$1.62
Academy 65B1 Semi-Shared2BR,2BA$1.02
The MadisonA11BR,1BA$1.58

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sacramento, CA

Ranked #8

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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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 $1,175.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sacramento?

The cheapest apartment in Sacramento is Parkway Townhomes which is listed at $945, while the average apartment in Sacramento costs $3,309.

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 6,924 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 $585 which is $2,724 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sacramento.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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