Studio Apartments for Rent in Sacramento, CA (1,117 Rentals)

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Sacramento Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 13, 2026

There are currently 4532 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Sacramento, CA that range in price from $957 to $2,689. Downtown Sacramento, South Sacramento and North Sacramento are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Sacramento with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Sacramento156$1,695$957
South Sacramento154$1,694$957
North Sacramento148$1,691$957
Med Center107$1,749$1,195
The Bridge District101$1,720$957
Upper Land Park100$1,720$957
Capitol Park82$1,675$957
Richmond Grove80$1,749$1,150
Mansion Flats76$1,645$957
Southside Park76$1,734$957

Largest Available Sacramento Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Sacramento, CA is found at O1 Lofts in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood and is 1,179 square feet priced from $2,400. The Didion has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 1,073 square feet and currently listed start at $2,999. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Sacramento:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
O1 LoftsLoft Elliot 360 Balcony1,179 Sq Ft$2,400
The DidionOne Bedroom - D1,073 Sq Ft$2,999
The MezzoStudio873 Sq Ft$1,700
The Cathedral BuildingStudio813 Sq Ft$1,795
The HardinStudio with Den686 Sq Ft$1,395
Cypress ApartmentsLarge Studio Facing Park685 Sq Ft$2,400
980 CentralStudio635 Sq Ft$1,699
LINQ MidtownAllure S1616 Sq FtCall for Rates
MAKERStudio490 Sq Ft$1,549

Cheapest Available Sacramento Studio Apartments

As of January 13, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Sacramento, CA is the Studio, 1 bath Model starting from $957 at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. The second most affordable Sacramento Studio is the Efficiency Units Model at The Golden Lofts starting at $1,100 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Sacramento is currently $1,687. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Sacramento:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +Studio, 1 bath$957
The Golden LoftsEfficiency Units$1,100
D Street ApartmentsStudio$1,195
Track 281 ApartmentsStudio AB Upstairs$1,199
Carson AireStudio$1,207
Shelfield ApartmentsStudio$1,225
Stonegate ApartmentsSTUDIO$1,240
Villa Regia Apartments0BR/1.0BA$1,250
KIND SouthStudio$1,250

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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 Studio Sacramento Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Sacramento with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Sacramento is at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + listed at $957.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Sacramento Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Sacramento is $1,687.

What is the largest available Studio Sacramento Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Sacramento is a 1,179 square feet unit starting from $2,400 at O1 Lofts.

What is the average size for Sacramento Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Sacramento is currently 468 sq ft.

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