
Apartments for Rent in Sacramento, CA Under $1,200 (138 Rentals)


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The Crossings Student Apartments

Element Student Living

Academy 65

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Wexler

Twelve55 Living

2437 Ethan Wy

4536 Ashcroft Ave

2383 Arden Wy, Unit 39
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7626 Cornejo Way, Unit private room private bath

1301 G St

5640 53rd St

1235 32nd St, Unit Upper

1100 17th St

2300-2306 G St

Rosewood Manor

Markston Apartments

Carol Manor

3810 H St
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2517 U St

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sacramento?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,690 | $957 | $3,550 |
| Sacramento 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,822 | $822 | $7,928 |
| Sacramento 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,148 | $575 | $5,452 |
| Sacramento 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,671 | $745 | $6,201 |
| Sacramento 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,307 | $695 | $6,589 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sacramento
How much are Studio apartments in Sacramento?
There are currently 1,116 Studio Apartments in Sacramento with rent ranges from $957 to $3,550 with an average price of $1,690.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Sacramento Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Sacramento ranges from $822 to $7,928 with an average monthly rent of $1,822.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Sacramento cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Sacramento range from $575 to $5,452. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,148.
How expensive are Sacramento Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 512 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Sacramento on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $745 to $6,201 - averaging $2,671 for the location.
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