
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arden/Arcade Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $500 (25 Rentals)
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Arden/Arcade, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arden/Arcade?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arden/Arcade Studio Apartments | $1,402 | $1,031 | $1,600 |
| Arden/Arcade 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $1,000 | $2,862 |
| Arden/Arcade 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,771 | $575 | $2,806 |
| Arden/Arcade 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,223 | $1,599 | $2,813 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Arden/Arcade Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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Cheapest Available Arden/Arcade Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arden/Arcade area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Twelve55 Living priced from $575. Fairway Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Arden/Arcade apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twelve55 Living | Bed in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $575 |
| Fairway Apartments | 29 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Cascades Apartments | The Shasta | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Coralaire Apartments | The Pine | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Carson Aire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,193 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arden/Arcade, CA
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arden/Arcade area is the $1.74 price per square foot 2x1.5 Model at Sierra Lofts in the in the Del Paso Manor neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Arden/Arcade apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at SUR Apartments starting at $1,700 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the North Edison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arden/Arcade apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Lofts | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.74 |
| SUR Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Parkside Villa Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Reserve at Cadillac Apartments | One Bedroom w/ Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Walnut Avenue Apartments | 1x1 ( downstairs) | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Twelve55 Living | Bed in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| Villa Capri Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Acacia at Carmichael Apartments | Sophia | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Country Club Gardens | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Wind Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arden/Arcade Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Arden/Arcade?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Arden/Arcade is under $1,266.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arden/Arcade?
The cheapest apartment in Arden/Arcade is Fairway Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Arden/Arcade costs $2,210.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arden/Arcade?
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 30 regular apartments in Arden/Arcade 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 Arden/Arcade?
Cheap apartments in Arden/Arcade have an average cost of $154 which is $2,056 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arden/Arcade.
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