
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Briarcliff Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $600 (45 Rentals)
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1 Kaseberg Dr

Main St Plaza

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226 Elefa St, Unit A, Unit A

Quail Ridge

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708 Main St, Unit 708 C, Unit 708 C

Springview Oaks Apartments

Shadowbrook Apartments

Woodstream Townhomes
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The Everette

PINNACLE AT GALLERIA

Broadstone at Stanford Ranch

Allegria at Roseville

Crescent Apartments

Stanford Heights

701 Gibson Dr, Unit 2013

Venu at Galleria

Emerald Pointe
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The Preserve at Creekside

Rocklin Ranch

The Winsted at Sunset West

Pearl Creek

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The Brighton Apartments

Furnished Studio-Sacramento - Roseville
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TERRACES AT STANFORD RANCH II

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Highland by Vintage

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130 Elm St

6530 Hearthstone Cir

303 Harding Blvd

Rocklin Gold
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2204 Zephyr Cove

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Coventry Park

Bridges at Woodcreek Oaks

8709 Cortina Cir
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Briarcliff, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Briarcliff?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarcliff Studio Apartments | $1,973 | $617 | $2,387 |
| Briarcliff 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,031 | $660 | $2,717 |
| Briarcliff 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,360 | $1,371 | $4,500 |
| Briarcliff 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,675 | $1,246 | $3,175 |
| Briarcliff 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,162 | $3,125 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Briarcliff Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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Cheapest Available Briarcliff Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Briarcliff area of Sacramento, CA is a Studio unit found at Junction Crossing priced from $617. Quail Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here are the most affordable Briarcliff apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junction Crossing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $617 |
| Quail Ridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Autumn Oaks Apartments | Emory | Studio,1BA | $1,565 |
| Springview Oaks Apartments | Plan A 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| The Everette | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Rocklin Gold | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Canterbury Downs | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,810 |
| Broadstone at Stanford Ranch | Touchstone | 1BR,1BA | $1,846 |
| Allegria at Roseville | AMORE | 1BR,1BA | $1,854 |
| Stanford Heights | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Briarcliff, CA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Briarcliff area is the $1.89 price per square foot 3x2.5 Model at Terraces at Stanford Ranch in the in the Stoneridge East Village neighborhood starting from $2,779. The second greatest value Briarcliff apartment is the Residence 2 Model at Adora Townhomes starting at $2,865 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the Kaseberg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Briarcliff apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terraces at Stanford Ranch | 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.89 |
| Adora Townhomes | Residence 2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.34 |
| PINNACLE AT GALLERIA | Mendocino | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| The Brighton Apartments | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Pearl Creek | 1 - 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Rocklin Gold | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Broadstone at Stanford Ranch | Touchstone | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| The Preserve at Creekside | Acorn | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Springview Oaks Apartments | Plan A 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Junction Crossing | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.02 |
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Best Local Schools in Briarcliff, Sacramento, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Briarcliff Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Briarcliff?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Briarcliff is at Junction Crossing listed at $617.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Briarcliff Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Briarcliff Apartment is $660 at Junction Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Briarcliff Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Briarcliff is starting from $1,825 at Springview Oaks Apartments.
What is the most affordable Briarcliff Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Briarcliff Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Preserve at Creekside and starts from $2,280.
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