Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Sacramento Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $500 (44 Rentals)

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Studio30 Residences
$1,299 - $1,349
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$1,119 - $1,169
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$180
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$1,299 - $1,349
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Studio30 Residences

500 16th StSacramento, CA 95814
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  • Low Income

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Sixteen 20G
$1,495 - $1,805
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$1,410 - $1,720
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$1,495 - $1,805
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Sixteen 20G

1620 G StSacramento, CA 95814
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714 27th St

SacramentoCA95816

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Lofts at Globe Mills
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts at Globe Mills

1131 C StSacramento, CA 95814
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La Valentina
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Valentina

331-429 12th StSacramento, CA 95814
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2300-2306 G St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2300-2306 G St

2300-2306 G StSacramento, CA 95816
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728 E St
1 Bedroom Apartments

728 E St

728 E StSacramento, CA 95814
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The Kress Royal
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Kress Royal

818 K StSacramento, CA 95814
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The Thayer
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Thayer

1228 N StSacramento, CA 95814
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Braden Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Braden Manor

2323-2325 H StSacramento, CA 95816

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Capitol Lanai
1 Bedroom Apartments

Capitol Lanai

1300-1312 G StSacramento, CA 95814
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D4
1 Bedroom Apartments

D4

2605 D StSacramento, CA 95816
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23rd Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

23rd Street

624 23rd StSacramento, CA 95816
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801 F St Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

801 F St Apartments

801 F StSacramento, CA 95814
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2711 E Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2711 E Street

2711 E StSacramento, CA 95816

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800J Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

800J Lofts

800 J StSacramento, CA 95814
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The M.A.Y. Building
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The M.A.Y. Building

1029 K StSacramento, CA 95814
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Central Sacramento, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Sacramento Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Sacramento area of Sacramento, CA is a Studio unit found at The Golden Lofts priced from $1,100. D Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Central Sacramento apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Golden LoftsEfficiency UnitsStudio,1BA$1,100
D Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
521 14th St11BR,1BA$1,295
Studio30 Residences0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,299
Alexander's Place Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,325
City ParkThe AtriumStudio,1BA$1,345
E Street ApartmentsRenovated Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,355
The HardinStudio with DenStudio,1BA$1,395
19J MidtownOccam's RazorStudio,1BA$1,440
The Mod at MidtownS4Studio,1BA$1,475

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Sacramento, CA

As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Sacramento area is the $2.27 price per square foot 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Governor's Corner in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,699. The second greatest value Central Sacramento apartment is the 620 14th St Model at 620 14th St, Unit 622 starting at $2,550 with a $2.49 price per square foot in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Sacramento apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Governor's Corner2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.27
620 14th St, Unit 622620 14th St2BR,1BA$2.49
622 14th St, Unit 622622 14th St2BR,1BA$2.55
2724 H St, Unit Apartment D2724 H St1BR,1BA$2.18
2218 H St, Unit 002218 H St1BR,1BA$2.19
The Cathedral Building1 Bed 1.5 Bath1BR,1.5BA$2.59
313 1/2 20th St313 1/2 20th St1BR,1BA$2.33
Capitol View Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.59
The Hardin1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17
E Street ApartmentsRenovated Studio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$2.42

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Central Sacramento, Sacramento, and the greater Sacramento area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Sacramento Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Sacramento?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Sacramento is at The Golden Lofts listed at $1,100.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Sacramento Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Sacramento Apartment is $1,295 at 521 14th St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Sacramento Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Sacramento is starting from $1,805 at Sixteen 20G.

What is the most affordable Central Sacramento Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Sacramento Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Mansion and starts from $4,175.

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